Review of XXY (2007) by Thomas . — 15 Mar 2011
Surprisingly quiet, subdued and simple for a film with such subject matter. It is the story of an adolescent hermaphrodite and "her" family and the family of a doctor who's council they seek-out for advice on an Uruguayian beach community.
The film never condescends to preaching which is rather remarkable as it remains neutral to the desires/unknown desires of Alex. The film has something to say but it allows its viewer to pick out his/her own message.
It speaks volumes that Alex is one of the least confused characters in the film and few of the adults and the other tween/teens Alex befriends and/or comes into contact with have NO idea what they even want and/or need.
XXY may appear to cover some unusual subject matter; but the central story is quite universal. Yes -- prudes and anybody unaccepting of others slightly different than himself/herself MUST avoid this little film.
That you'll be missing out on it is nothing new ... as you are already missing out on a world too-big and too-grand for your small, little, feeble minds.
This review of XXY (2007) was written by Thomas . on 15 Mar 2011.
XXY has generally received positive reviews.
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