Review of Holding the Man (2015) by David G — 08 Jan 2017

A really great, true-life romantic tear-jerker. A personal favorite - one of the best gay films of recent vintage.

This review of Holding the Man (2015) was written by David G on 08 Jan 2017.

Holding the Man has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Mateo S (45) on 22 Aug 2016

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By Huw G (575) on 06 May 2016

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By Lesley C (93) on 04 Sep 2015

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By Eli R (91) on 25 Jun 2016

I don't care if it's considered cliché or disappointing, I adored this film and it is definitely one of my favourites…

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By An N (89) on 07 Oct 2016

So sad ... so powerful. An important movie and story ... so hard to watch and yet I am so glad I did…

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By Felipe F (595) on 09 Aug 2016

Never, I mean,, never watch this in lonely situations!!!!!!!!!!!! it wwould make you rate it five stars…

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