Review of Breakfast with Scot (2007) by Lee M — 05 Mar 2010
A closeted hockey player, concerned about his image, adopts a gay 11-year-old boy who wants to be a hockey player. This is the central theme of this likable film which starts off like a sitcom but gets interesting at the midway point. The movie does end by having something to say about human nature--we should be true to our selves.
In light of the US/Canada hockey game last night, and watching this movie, I'm now getting warmed up to this ice sport. Tom Cavanagh plays the character a little too "wound up" for me--can't a closet gay have fun? His relationship with his mate (Ben Shenkman whose role is underwritten) is devoid of passion and they could be mere roommates. However, Noah Bernett as the boy, Scot, is a wonderful actor. He embodies both the softness and toughness of his character.
There are some genuine comic moments like when Cavanagh sees Bernett figure skating and decides to teach him hockey while he lies to his boss who's observing them. Or, when the young hockey team discusses the rumors about "Eric is called Erica." I liked the scenes of them shopping and bonding together. "Breakfast with Scot" is a not only a hybrid of "La Cage aux Folles" and "Three Men and a Baby" but is also a delightful export from Canada...eh?
This review of Breakfast with Scot (2007) was written by Lee M on 05 Mar 2010.
Breakfast with Scot has generally received positive reviews.
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