I disagree with Simon. I assume he's a straight man that has no idea of what it's like growing up and realising your gay with no-one to turn to.
Admittedly the novel wasn't particularly easy to read but I think the television adaptation is excellent. The cast are all fantastic actors and I love the humour. As I've been through the whole 'unrequited love for a friend' experience myself I can fully identify with Kizza's emotions and I'm sure most people, whatever their sexual orientation can identify with the whole dating experience.
It's about time we had more programmes like this in the mainstream, then perhaps it would be easier for teenagers to come out, without facing the fear of ignorant backlash from uninformed heterosexuals.
Admittedly the novel wasn't particularly easy to read but I think the television adaptation is excellent. The cast are all fantastic actors and I love the humour. As I've been through the whole 'unrequited love for a friend' experience myself I can fully identify with Kizza's emotions and I'm sure most people, whatever their sexual orientation can identify with the whole dating experience.
It's about time we had more programmes like this in the mainstream, then perhaps it would be easier for teenagers to come out, without facing the fear of ignorant backlash from uninformed heterosexuals.