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    Free Fall

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    FREIER FALL or FREE FALL (2013) was advertised as Germany's answer to Brokeback Mountain (2005) and that is not at all far from the truth with awards won in best picture, actor and direction at several festivals. This dramatic gay film is so well made, the acting is so good, its material truly absorbing, all at the same time. Life is going well for Marc (Hanno Koffler), both professionally as a new recruit on a German Police Force and girlfriend, Bettina, (Katherina Scuttler) This all comes to us within a few minutes of the film when Kay, (Max Riemelt) joins Marc's division. Well affairs, gay or straight have to start somewhere or anywhere, for that matter. This film was obviously made with best intentions. One can easily tell by the fabulous script, perfection in direction and acting which is so real and natural, nothing forced. I'm sure many will find this film exhilarating on another dimension which I can easily understand. There is nothing tawdry or shameful in the way the story unfolds. As with all life, gay or straight people lie in an attempt to protect. Lying, however, eventually finds the light of day leading directly to unpleasantries far worse than can be imagined. If this sounds clichéed or hackneyed I haven't stated my point very well. There's an originality to the film that made it a big hit. One question I would ask loud and clear not understanding intricate gay matters: Why does every serious gay film have to end in pain, unhappiness or disaster? There's got to be one happy couple out there. It can't be all doom and gloom. This powerful, passionate film deserves a second viewing in my books. I encourage all adults to see it. We must all, gay or straight come to understand each other in a better light!

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    pietroantoni@  9.12.2014 age: 36-49 14,551 reviews

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