Recommendation of the Week – ‘A Single Man’

Plot Synopsis:
Based on the book of the same name by Christopher Isherwood, A Single Man takes place in a day in the life of a middle-aged gay man, in 1962, who is coping with the death of his lover.

Genre:
Drama

Starring:
Colin Firth, Matthew Goode, Julianne Moore, Nicholas Hoult

Director:
Tom Ford

Review:
Where do I begin? I absolutely adored this movie, from the acting, to the music, to the costumes (and what else could one possibly expect from designer, Tom Ford’s, directorial debut?).

The film, which was shot in only 21 days, takes place in the early 1960’s, a time when men and women still knew how to dress (sorry fashionistas). The storyline takes place in a single day in the life of George, who is a university professor. He changes his outfit a few times, but is always impeccably dressed in a crisp suit…. and ladies, and men, too, Colin Firth is looking FIIIINE in this movie. He’s always amazing… but there’s something about watching him mourn the loss of his lover in a perfectly tailored outfit that just makes me quiver! ;P ..Oh, and Julianne Moore looks fantastic, too.

The score of the film was wonderfully eerie and really made you feel the story and the emotions of all the characters. And although the movie had a dark undertone, I like how they also made the audience laugh a few times, too.. That’s something that I believe every good drama should have. (“I drink your milkshake! I DRINK IT UP!” Anyone?! ……..Anyone?)

Anyway, I recommend that everyone see this film, gay, straight, young or old. Tom Ford did a fantastic job, as did the cast, and I really hope to see a lot more films by him in the near future, because A Single Man is probably one of my favourite movies ever.

Where in Toronto?
I saw it at Cumberland theatre, and as of today, that’s the only place in the city that it’s playing… uncomfortable seating, but definetly worth it for the movie. Go check it out, kiddies!

Watch the trailer here.