Mia and Frida (both 30-something) meet at their parent's engagement party. (Mia's father is marrying Frida's mother.) Mia reveals at the party that she is also engaged to be married to Tim. But as Mia and Frida come to know one another they slowly fall in love with each other. Well, "slowly" is perhaps not correct. Their first kiss was actually quite abrupt, and while Mia protested that she loved Tim, as portrayed in the movie her reluctance wasn't that firm. Overall I liked the movie. It dealt with the issue of love and explored what happens when two people suddenly and unexpectedly fall for one another and the complications that can arise as a result. I thought that Ruth Vega Fernandez (as Mia) and Liv Mjönes (as Frida) came across as natural and believable in their roles, and effectively portrayed both the passion and confusion that both felt as their relationship developed and they had to make decisions about how and if to move forward. They were very effective at making their characters likeable, so that the viewer cares about them rather than just watching. I thought the ending was appropriately ambiguous. While you move through the entire film expecting that Mia and Frida would end up together, the ending didn't state that explicitly and perhaps left it to the imagination of the viewetr as to whether they stayed together or whether the challenges of the relationship continued to keep them apart. All we know is that they found each other. What happened after that is a mystery. There were a couple of depictions of lesbian sex that came across to me as a little bit exploitive. It was natural enough in the depiction of the relationship but probably not absolutely essential to the story. It's also a swedish movie, with Swedish audio and English subtitles for those who don't enjoy that. But overall, this is a very good movie about two people that you grow quickly to care about, and for whom you wish happiness. (8/10)
34 Reviews
Worth...
jelencesb26 November 2020
Worth watching indeed... Done more smartly and with less drama than many eith similar story line. Not that it is not already seen, but life is life, we all make the same mistakes other oeople did and one more movie of a similar topic is nothing bad if it is done in a different manner. And this one way. For me, personally, this was an ok movie. And Robyn's song closing the movie just added aditional smile to my face.
Uneven
candypants4225 December 2011
I just saw this yesterday, and was left with mixed emotions. The film has some qualities, but it doesn't really follow through. As others have pointed out, the film follows a very simple love story, and there's nothing wrong with that as long as it's well-executed, but this wasn't. Throughout the film I never really cared about the relationship, mostly because it wasn't developed enough to be interesting, but it I also didn't find the characters to be likable. Most of the screen time with the two leads is them either staring at each other or having sex, most of which doesn't further the story what so ever.
It's all very Swedish-film-y, if you wanted to you could probably make a drinking game out of every time a character breaks a long tense silence with -Du..?, and you are constantly reminded of the upper-middle-class-ness of the characters. Another thing that bothered me is that EVERY SINGLE ONE the characters smoke. It's not that I think it's bad, there's just no point of it, it doesn't bring anything to the movie and it isn't really realistic either. The most memorable scene for me is when they see deer in the woods, but I actually think the film would be better without it. It doesn't fit, it just looks as if they've taken left-over footage from a LOKA commercial and put it in for effect.
Basically, it's OK, but not more. The acting is uneven and the entire movie becomes nauseatingly predictable and over-emotional towards the second half. If you're only going to see one Swedish film with lesbians 'fucking åmål' is far superior.
It's all very Swedish-film-y, if you wanted to you could probably make a drinking game out of every time a character breaks a long tense silence with -Du..?, and you are constantly reminded of the upper-middle-class-ness of the characters. Another thing that bothered me is that EVERY SINGLE ONE the characters smoke. It's not that I think it's bad, there's just no point of it, it doesn't bring anything to the movie and it isn't really realistic either. The most memorable scene for me is when they see deer in the woods, but I actually think the film would be better without it. It doesn't fit, it just looks as if they've taken left-over footage from a LOKA commercial and put it in for effect.
Basically, it's OK, but not more. The acting is uneven and the entire movie becomes nauseatingly predictable and over-emotional towards the second half. If you're only going to see one Swedish film with lesbians 'fucking åmål' is far superior.
More Than An Attempt...
ccosta324923 September 2011
Yes, yes, it follows the somewhat predictable story line of girl meets girl, girl falls in love with girl, girl is in denial, and girls end up together; but the movie was a lot more than just a lesbian love story.
The family dynamic for starters, the father-daughter estranged relationship, all the secrets the family carries along, it reminds me of "The Village" where these group of people live a somewhat unrealistic peaceful and violence free environment, but nonetheless reality sets in and the inevitable happens.
Life long journeys are never easy, and they are what they are - sometimes you will try to pretend it is not there screaming at your face, but it will be short lived... Mia is the example in this movie, and so is her father, who has to find within himself the courage to pick up the pieces of a recent past in order to mend his relationship with his daughter.
Growing up has nothing to do with age.
Besides a great story, I have to commend the director for her choice of location - the landscape is extremely bucolic, and inviting; also the soundtrack with songs from Swedish band Kultiration.. Super!!!
The family dynamic for starters, the father-daughter estranged relationship, all the secrets the family carries along, it reminds me of "The Village" where these group of people live a somewhat unrealistic peaceful and violence free environment, but nonetheless reality sets in and the inevitable happens.
Life long journeys are never easy, and they are what they are - sometimes you will try to pretend it is not there screaming at your face, but it will be short lived... Mia is the example in this movie, and so is her father, who has to find within himself the courage to pick up the pieces of a recent past in order to mend his relationship with his daughter.
Growing up has nothing to do with age.
Besides a great story, I have to commend the director for her choice of location - the landscape is extremely bucolic, and inviting; also the soundtrack with songs from Swedish band Kultiration.. Super!!!
Good, but could have been better.
ninamarcelino12 May 2012
It's a Swedish Film.
Um. I don't know how to start this but it is just an OK-Movie for me. Its plot is pretty much like Imagine Me & You, only a bit more realistic and more explicit - which to tell, I am not a big fan of. But I really could have liked it even more. I could have liked it even more if they did not show us excessive make outs yet no more than a scene or two of the two girls 'really' getting to know each other. They hardly talked and then the next moment, they were so in love. Although of that, the actors and the story itself moved very well. I have to admit that there is something in the movie that just hooks you in to loving their relationship.
Now another good thing. I liked how it is about a father who is a bit of homophobic - then after so lately, learning that it is about what is best and would cause happiness for your child. Although it showed that homosexuals are strange, in the end it proved that it should not be. A lot of clichés, but it fit well.
SHAG ME, FRIDA.
Um. I don't know how to start this but it is just an OK-Movie for me. Its plot is pretty much like Imagine Me & You, only a bit more realistic and more explicit - which to tell, I am not a big fan of. But I really could have liked it even more. I could have liked it even more if they did not show us excessive make outs yet no more than a scene or two of the two girls 'really' getting to know each other. They hardly talked and then the next moment, they were so in love. Although of that, the actors and the story itself moved very well. I have to admit that there is something in the movie that just hooks you in to loving their relationship.
Now another good thing. I liked how it is about a father who is a bit of homophobic - then after so lately, learning that it is about what is best and would cause happiness for your child. Although it showed that homosexuals are strange, in the end it proved that it should not be. A lot of clichés, but it fit well.
SHAG ME, FRIDA.
An attempt
stensson12 August 2011
Two women meet and start a relationship. One of them is gay and the other bi-sexual. They are both engaged before and keep it all secret. The environment finds out and foreseeable conflicts arise.
It's not uninteresting, but the film follows the book of rules. You also have a suspicion that the two actresses are chosen for their beauty, maybe to not scare away a mainstream audience. The best actor is Krister Henriksson, with quite many dimensions and he's the only one who will remain on some kind of journey after the film has ended.
But everything is a little too beautiful in this Swedish movie. Even the heaviest of feelings are somewhat choreographed. It's all honorable, but nothing more.
It's not uninteresting, but the film follows the book of rules. You also have a suspicion that the two actresses are chosen for their beauty, maybe to not scare away a mainstream audience. The best actor is Krister Henriksson, with quite many dimensions and he's the only one who will remain on some kind of journey after the film has ended.
But everything is a little too beautiful in this Swedish movie. Even the heaviest of feelings are somewhat choreographed. It's all honorable, but nothing more.
I love this movie !
i-spookie27 September 2011
Without much stash around it, it tells a love story anybody can relate to or believe in. That they are lesbians, to me a plus, has nothing to do with the story - it's a love story. It helps that it's Swedish - such a great language - and so far from Hollywood.
A lot of great lesbian love stories has been made around the world in the last 20 years: Intimates (China), Fire (India), Produceing Adults (Finland), Between Two Women (GB), Aimée & Jaguar (Germany), I Can't Think Straight (Middleeastern, but UK) and (of course) Imagine You and me (UK) - not to mention all the rest from eastern Europe, Malaisia, Japan and South America - and all the other countries who are breaking the boundaries. Cudos to you all.
But "Kyss Mig" kind of beats them all of the above for me because of it's honesty. All hypocrisy was set aside - it was what it was and people got hurt. I like that. To me that's life. Get a few blows - give a few blows. We are what we are - we do what we do.
The two leads, Ruth Vega Fernandez as Mia and Liv Mjönes as Frida, gives beautiful performances, as do Lena Endre as the mom and Krister Henriksson as the rather confused and in denial father of Mia. And I loved Mia's brother, Oscar, played by Tom Ljungman. Actually - the only one I did not get a feel of was Tim, the boyfriend of Mia, played by Joakim Nätterqvist. Maybe a script thing but he came over too one dimensional to me. As for cudos: Great one to you, Alexandra-Therese Keining, writing it and for directing it !!! AND to you Josefine Tengblad, producer, playing Elin, Fridas girlfriend. Great job!!
And for "rumpanbar" (meening in Swedish "bare ass") who gave it a 1 !! Are you for real ???
All in all: I love this film !
A lot of great lesbian love stories has been made around the world in the last 20 years: Intimates (China), Fire (India), Produceing Adults (Finland), Between Two Women (GB), Aimée & Jaguar (Germany), I Can't Think Straight (Middleeastern, but UK) and (of course) Imagine You and me (UK) - not to mention all the rest from eastern Europe, Malaisia, Japan and South America - and all the other countries who are breaking the boundaries. Cudos to you all.
But "Kyss Mig" kind of beats them all of the above for me because of it's honesty. All hypocrisy was set aside - it was what it was and people got hurt. I like that. To me that's life. Get a few blows - give a few blows. We are what we are - we do what we do.
The two leads, Ruth Vega Fernandez as Mia and Liv Mjönes as Frida, gives beautiful performances, as do Lena Endre as the mom and Krister Henriksson as the rather confused and in denial father of Mia. And I loved Mia's brother, Oscar, played by Tom Ljungman. Actually - the only one I did not get a feel of was Tim, the boyfriend of Mia, played by Joakim Nätterqvist. Maybe a script thing but he came over too one dimensional to me. As for cudos: Great one to you, Alexandra-Therese Keining, writing it and for directing it !!! AND to you Josefine Tengblad, producer, playing Elin, Fridas girlfriend. Great job!!
And for "rumpanbar" (meening in Swedish "bare ass") who gave it a 1 !! Are you for real ???
All in all: I love this film !
Lukewarm and Comforting
cnycitylady14 July 2016
Warning: Spoilers
'Kyss Mig' or 'Kiss Me', the Swedish film about two women who become attracted to each other over the course of a family weekend hits all of the required sweet spots for a 'We're here and Queer' flick. The characters glance and are attracted, one of them pulls away either afraid of their feelings or of what society thinks. The other is brave and headstrong, diving into their relationship with both feet. This formulaic film does everything right, with engaging characters that inwardly and outwardly debate as to whether or not homosexuality is okay.
The only thing that may hinder this otherwise fun film is how safe it plays it. There is no real obstacle that the two lovers have to face other than their own insecurities. Their families are accepting and society doesn't really care anymore. This movie is less a 'plight of the gay' than a more modern 'it's only in your mind' fear, which in itself is a problem, so this movie's theme and lesson is to show people that it is okay to be yourself. The world has evolved so that your sexual orientation is your own business. It takes away from the suspense and reward of watching these two navigate their romantic relationship, but it also makes you feel proud of the world and how it is conforming to the idea of free love.
Nothing groundbreaking here, but a very warm and fuzzy romance that will make you smile more than once. 7.2/10
The only thing that may hinder this otherwise fun film is how safe it plays it. There is no real obstacle that the two lovers have to face other than their own insecurities. Their families are accepting and society doesn't really care anymore. This movie is less a 'plight of the gay' than a more modern 'it's only in your mind' fear, which in itself is a problem, so this movie's theme and lesson is to show people that it is okay to be yourself. The world has evolved so that your sexual orientation is your own business. It takes away from the suspense and reward of watching these two navigate their romantic relationship, but it also makes you feel proud of the world and how it is conforming to the idea of free love.
Nothing groundbreaking here, but a very warm and fuzzy romance that will make you smile more than once. 7.2/10
Kiss Me Again!
itgirlx14 November 2012
This film deserves more than one viewing, in fact, watch it a few times and see if you don't find yourself swept away by its many charms. Much of what goes unspoken in dialog is expressed in the subtlety of the the superb performances by Liv Mjönes, Ruth Vega Fernandez and the stellar supporting cast. Swedish superstar Lena Endre, so enamored of this production, became one of the films producers. The story's strength, sensitive writing and direction by Alexandra-Therese Keining brought together an ensemble of Sweden's finest actors for this relatively low budget indy film.
Another thing to keep in mind, for America audiences in particular, is this film portrays European culture which has sensibilities pronouncedly different in the expression of day-to-day human interactions than their American counterparts. How these differences play out on film is quieter and more complex than your typical rom-com or American style drama. What goes unspoken is caught and translated within the context of every expression in every frame of film. The gorgeous cinematography and lushly sublime score adds subtext to every scene, while light and color underscore the blossoming of true love.
The fresh-faced, no make-up, every-day hair and simplicity of style, lends an authenticity which engages one into the story and lets you feel the characters in every scene. Character development and the pure talent of the supporting cast, (Krister Henriksson, Lena Endre, Joakim Nätterqvist, Tom Ljungman and producer actress Josephine Tengblad) add a layer of complexity that rounds out and fills in the on-screen canvas.
Mia's anxiety is palpable and her outbursts make one as nervous as if she were sitting next to you, all the while Frida's inexorable charm and playfulness fills you with the giddiness of first love which turns out be the real story of this film. Oh, and the on-screen chemistry between Frida and Mia is a breath-taking testament to great casting and inspired performance.
So, watch "Kiss Me" again with a fresh eye, trained for how much can be said in a single look or gestures ripe with context, subtext and beautifully delivered one word lines like, "Absolut" or "Precis." Notice how that makes you feel, then remember when you found that brand of magic in your own life--or go out and find it.
Another thing to keep in mind, for America audiences in particular, is this film portrays European culture which has sensibilities pronouncedly different in the expression of day-to-day human interactions than their American counterparts. How these differences play out on film is quieter and more complex than your typical rom-com or American style drama. What goes unspoken is caught and translated within the context of every expression in every frame of film. The gorgeous cinematography and lushly sublime score adds subtext to every scene, while light and color underscore the blossoming of true love.
The fresh-faced, no make-up, every-day hair and simplicity of style, lends an authenticity which engages one into the story and lets you feel the characters in every scene. Character development and the pure talent of the supporting cast, (Krister Henriksson, Lena Endre, Joakim Nätterqvist, Tom Ljungman and producer actress Josephine Tengblad) add a layer of complexity that rounds out and fills in the on-screen canvas.
Mia's anxiety is palpable and her outbursts make one as nervous as if she were sitting next to you, all the while Frida's inexorable charm and playfulness fills you with the giddiness of first love which turns out be the real story of this film. Oh, and the on-screen chemistry between Frida and Mia is a breath-taking testament to great casting and inspired performance.
So, watch "Kiss Me" again with a fresh eye, trained for how much can be said in a single look or gestures ripe with context, subtext and beautifully delivered one word lines like, "Absolut" or "Precis." Notice how that makes you feel, then remember when you found that brand of magic in your own life--or go out and find it.
simple love
SnoopyStyle14 March 2017
SPOILER: Mia Sundström is engaged to Tim Brattahall. Mia's father Lasse is getting married to Elisabeth. At a party, Mia catches her first glimpses of Elisabeth's daughter Frida. It's lust at first sight. The two women have a secret affair while they're on a trip. Frida has her gay partner Elin. The secret lovers struggle with their mutual attraction and their ongoing commitments.
This is a Swedish lesbian-theme indie. I can't help but think that this would have been edgy back twenty years earlier. It is simply an illicit affair film. There is an every person quality about this relationship. It doesn't get much simpler than watching from across the room and falling in love. Maybe its unoriginality should be celebrated. The acting is fine. This film is perfectly good.
This is a Swedish lesbian-theme indie. I can't help but think that this would have been edgy back twenty years earlier. It is simply an illicit affair film. There is an every person quality about this relationship. It doesn't get much simpler than watching from across the room and falling in love. Maybe its unoriginality should be celebrated. The acting is fine. This film is perfectly good.
Unrealistic attempt at lesbian love
bplatte1125 July 2013
Warning: Spoilers
Okay, it's sweet it really is, them trying to make a cute little flick about two girls falling in love. But, here's the thing, just because we're lesbians doesn't mean we fall in love after a few brief conversations and a little sexually frustrated fueled sexy times.
First of all what kind of person is expected to fall in love with a love story about intentionally breaking hearts for the sake of one selfish relationship. Frida pursued Mia pretty aggressively after that first kiss, knowing damn well she had a nice, loving fiancé. And then! And then we find out she had her out doting girlfriend all along! What? Was that supposed to be a little plot twist? Because that just made me disrespect her even more. On top of all the cheating going on for a little lustfilled night with a stranger who was soon to be a step-sister, we come to find out they've both been negatively affected by cheating. Which makes me think that their whole attitude towards their tryst is completely out of character.
Then frida goes a little coo coo kachoo arguing with Mia about being in love with the man she is supposed to marry all because they had one semi-romantic weekend?
That's not someone I want representing me and my lesbianess in the media.
And can I just say, Mia didn't even cut her nails for Frida. That's not love, my friends.
The acting was sub-par and the plot was really just a subtle twist on a story that's been retold a hundred times. (How many lesbian movies do I have to watch where the girl with the boyfriend/fiancé/husband falls in love with a cute, Care-free girl, but doesn't want to accept it?)
It's tired and played out.
I didn't even want to watch the rest because their entire relationship thereafter is based off of a start I think it absurd....sexy or not.
Honestly, I thought the parents' subplot was more interesting and real than Mia and Frida's. Their relationship and arguments seemed much more legitimate.
First of all what kind of person is expected to fall in love with a love story about intentionally breaking hearts for the sake of one selfish relationship. Frida pursued Mia pretty aggressively after that first kiss, knowing damn well she had a nice, loving fiancé. And then! And then we find out she had her out doting girlfriend all along! What? Was that supposed to be a little plot twist? Because that just made me disrespect her even more. On top of all the cheating going on for a little lustfilled night with a stranger who was soon to be a step-sister, we come to find out they've both been negatively affected by cheating. Which makes me think that their whole attitude towards their tryst is completely out of character.
Then frida goes a little coo coo kachoo arguing with Mia about being in love with the man she is supposed to marry all because they had one semi-romantic weekend?
That's not someone I want representing me and my lesbianess in the media.
And can I just say, Mia didn't even cut her nails for Frida. That's not love, my friends.
The acting was sub-par and the plot was really just a subtle twist on a story that's been retold a hundred times. (How many lesbian movies do I have to watch where the girl with the boyfriend/fiancé/husband falls in love with a cute, Care-free girl, but doesn't want to accept it?)
It's tired and played out.
I didn't even want to watch the rest because their entire relationship thereafter is based off of a start I think it absurd....sexy or not.
Honestly, I thought the parents' subplot was more interesting and real than Mia and Frida's. Their relationship and arguments seemed much more legitimate.
beautiful and amazing
heyandersson14 November 2011
I loved this film. It is beautiful and brave, with great Swedish actresses (and actors).
I suppose the story is quite "cliché" but that's nothing you think of while watching it, at all. The film is very emotionally intense. And again, the performance from the actresses, Ruth Vega Fernandez and Liv Mjönes is amazing.
There's also a lot of parts that you can relate to (straight or gay) and that's very positive. As it is touching in many ways you do also get a few good laughs on the way! :)
(Can also add that I adore where the setting take place. Especially because I've been to them places myself. One scene is shot at my school which of course makes it funnier to watch)
Anyhow, I strongly recommend you to watch it, it won't leave you unaffected..
I suppose the story is quite "cliché" but that's nothing you think of while watching it, at all. The film is very emotionally intense. And again, the performance from the actresses, Ruth Vega Fernandez and Liv Mjönes is amazing.
There's also a lot of parts that you can relate to (straight or gay) and that's very positive. As it is touching in many ways you do also get a few good laughs on the way! :)
(Can also add that I adore where the setting take place. Especially because I've been to them places myself. One scene is shot at my school which of course makes it funnier to watch)
Anyhow, I strongly recommend you to watch it, it won't leave you unaffected..
Truly a chick-flick
Beauq8126 January 2015
Warning: Spoilers
In this movie, the most credit goes to the director, camera and cinematography dept., because it was really beautifully filmed. Acting was also decent, considering the story. My score is based only on that.
The story itself is quite dumb and unrealistic. Not the first part. In it we have two girls, both in serious relationships, who meet, feel the attraction and have a weekend fling. I can buy that, it happens all the time, no matter the sexual orientation.
It is the second half of the movie that bugged me. In it we're to believe that after a roll on the hay and (I have too mention this, because it is important) very few words in between, these two feel that they're meant to be, that they're soul mates and that they can't live without one another. The words they exchange, in both love and anger, and the havoc they wreak after is something that might happen after a long affair, but not after 2 days.
To me, this movie is nothing more than a filmed pulp romance novel - lesbian edition.
The story itself is quite dumb and unrealistic. Not the first part. In it we have two girls, both in serious relationships, who meet, feel the attraction and have a weekend fling. I can buy that, it happens all the time, no matter the sexual orientation.
It is the second half of the movie that bugged me. In it we're to believe that after a roll on the hay and (I have too mention this, because it is important) very few words in between, these two feel that they're meant to be, that they're soul mates and that they can't live without one another. The words they exchange, in both love and anger, and the havoc they wreak after is something that might happen after a long affair, but not after 2 days.
To me, this movie is nothing more than a filmed pulp romance novel - lesbian edition.
Love from nothing?
nikol-532-75283418 August 2013
I had such a high expectations concerning this movie, but I had to be disappointed. It starts nicely, and it's totally that situation when you are intrigued 'how will they go from total indifference to loving each other?' Your answer is 'just like that'. I couldn't really see the development of the relationship, it just got out there from nothing. Two women, barely knowing each other for a few days, fall deathly in love. Yeah, sure. If there was some indication as 'why', then it would be okay. But they didn't even LIKE each other! In my opinion, it was unrealistic and boring. I don't recommend this film unless you want to watch just a quick, lesbian vanilla porn. Because this film was almost just that.
Your heart will break for every character
camilla_w_ras19 July 2014
Kiss Me will tear your heart in pieces.
Films with a lesbian theme are often designed to make you root for the women in love, without any reservations. You are certain of the pair from the beginning. Imagine Me and You, a classic movie of this theme, even has you rooting for a marriage to end and an innocent man's heart to be broken.
Kiss Me doesn't romanticize the struggle these people go through. It shows the love, the passion and, most importantly, the pain. The pain of denying who you are and the pain of being betrayed and losing who you thought you were going to spend your life with. Because Kiss Me doesn't take these things lightly, my heart was breaking for each of the characters. As the story progresses with beauty and grace and without the rushed feeling of many love at first sight type movies, Mia starts to realize that there is only one way. Despite the sacrifices and the pain, there is one thing she has to do - And I bet you will find yourself realizing it with her.
Apart from the story being told with grace, beauty and a passion for every single character, the film is beautifully shot in the amazing scenery of the Scandinavian countries. An instant classic in movies with a lesbian theme, but a must see for everyone with a for romantic movies.
Films with a lesbian theme are often designed to make you root for the women in love, without any reservations. You are certain of the pair from the beginning. Imagine Me and You, a classic movie of this theme, even has you rooting for a marriage to end and an innocent man's heart to be broken.
Kiss Me doesn't romanticize the struggle these people go through. It shows the love, the passion and, most importantly, the pain. The pain of denying who you are and the pain of being betrayed and losing who you thought you were going to spend your life with. Because Kiss Me doesn't take these things lightly, my heart was breaking for each of the characters. As the story progresses with beauty and grace and without the rushed feeling of many love at first sight type movies, Mia starts to realize that there is only one way. Despite the sacrifices and the pain, there is one thing she has to do - And I bet you will find yourself realizing it with her.
Apart from the story being told with grace, beauty and a passion for every single character, the film is beautifully shot in the amazing scenery of the Scandinavian countries. An instant classic in movies with a lesbian theme, but a must see for everyone with a for romantic movies.
You will fall in love with this movie!
martin-hutch-8727 December 2012
I'm more than surprised to see that the non-flattering comments are mostly made by Swedish viewers...? Anyway,I usually don't write reviews about movies I watch or about books that I read, but KYSS MIG is a movie that certainly drives your attention. I've watched the film 3 times and today I also bought the DVD. It's not all about lesbian love (which by itself is a catchy theme),it is mostly about choosing to follow unconventional paths in your life & have the guts to stand up for your choices & respect them. We have seen many films arguing with such issues, and KYSS MIG is one of the most well told: facts which the two partners have to face and how realistically are attributed through the dialogues. The story unravels so smoothly, the filming is captivating, the landscapes are romantic by their own, the hole atmosphere is so authentic. The flirting scenes (for which I wanted more)is the best part about this movie: you can almost catch the sexual tension between the two leads, it is so well done by reaching its climax with the love-making scenes, which are so believable. I cant see where the comments about morality fit in order to characterize it a good or a bad movie, although some users do. In real life you cheat & you get cheated, you dump & you get dumped, there is no guarantee for eternal love & devotion. Closing, I strongly believe that this is a must see film, especially by those who can appreciate the real life romanticism.
Okay love story, it's been done better (some spoilers)
RhondaWeasley12 December 2012
Warning: Spoilers
There were a couple things I like about this movie. One, that the lesbian character is in a relationship. Way too many of these straight-woman-in-a-relationship stories have the lesbian hanging out in an isolated world where, of course, she MUST convert a straight woman to her ways in order to have a lover. By taking that factor out, we can more easily believe Frida and Mia like each other, because they like each other. My second winning thing about the movie, Mia's bisexuality as a factor. Once that "comes out", it adds a layer to things that again helps makes this less about 'the only two that could must be' .
Only this comes out WAY too late in the film. Life is complicated, but film's should unfold in a linear fashion where the viewer can justify character's actions along the way and if you show me a woman having sex (and seeming to enjoy it) with her man and then half way through the film have herself throw herself at a woman - then damn near run away from it. I'm still thinking she's a woman who's thought herself straight up to now and this 'new' emotion is causing conflict, fine, I'm on that journey with the character. Then to say 'hey, I've actually known I might be bisexual for awhile' feels like a cheat. I shouldn't have to re-watch the movie with the intent of redefining that character journey. There are twist and there are cheats, this just felt like a cheat. A lesbian movies that pulled off the questioning female with a past relationship well was 'Loving Annabelle' - as much as that was about the build to a love scene it at least was a logical build to a a love scene. It set up a character reluctant to deal with conflicts in her perception of her own sexuality really early in the film with simple visual clues to a pre-existing relationship.
The thing that really turned me off about this film was the lack of respect for existing relationships. To have the feelings and walk the fine line of what to do with them is one thing - and great dramatic tension. Throwing people under the bus because there's a jones in your crotch is another. I think 'Imagine, Me, & You' did this particular bit about a thousand times better as did 'When Night is Falling'. In 'Imagine', in addition to developing a relationship between the characters for me to root for, I freakin' loved Heck. I didn't want him hurt and I respected Luce, because she didn't want to hurt him either. In 'When Night is Falling' Petra is aggressive in putting her interest for the other woman out there, but respects whatever line she draws in the sand - she also has NO relationship with the character's boyfriend. So while there is an affair present there, as in this film. Her mother isn't marrying the other character's father (as in Kyss Mig) or they haven't hung out and had dinner together (as in Imagine Me & You). Frida just doesn't seem to care how this affects other people.
Frida not only had no issue with seducing her future Step-Father's daughter, she threw her girlfriend under the bus. And she'd had a longer relationship with the father than she had with Mia. Yet, she aggressively pursues Mia despite the stress it might put on her mother's relationship with Mia's father, who she allegedly likes. I never got over thinking Frida was a jerk for the way she treated those characters. And poor Tim. So he was picky about where they lived and had some grand opinions on there wedding. The dude wasn't a bad guy and it seemed like the movie wanted me to believe he was. Yeah, he gets aggressive once in bed, but he backs off when he realizes she's not into it.
Also, if Frida and mom and new step-dad were all thrilled to have Tim around, why wasn't Elin hanging out with the fam? He obviously doesn't mind that Frida is gay as she isn't his daughter. They blatantly say this in the film. So if lovers are being invited to the table and Frida and step-dad get along so well, Elin's absence seems quite odd. Another slap in the face viewer 'cheat' early in the film is not revealing the lover exist earlier in the film. And what was the point of not even speaking Elin's name? Hiding Frida's sexuality until later in the film? She's practically undressing Mia with her eyes in the first two seconds, attraction, I get it. She likes girls. There's no value in hiding the girlfriend from the viewer, even if you hide it from Mia so she can have her 'so you like girls moment'. Also once you find out Mia is aware of her own bisexuality, all these moments feel a little like lies to the viewer. I bought sexual confusion in 'Loving Annabelle' (thin as plot was there) way more than I bought it here.
The two women the film wanted me to root for were such horrible unfeeling people to their lovers in this film, the people and relationship I rooted for was the one between the parents. That stood the greatest test and showed far more character.
Only this comes out WAY too late in the film. Life is complicated, but film's should unfold in a linear fashion where the viewer can justify character's actions along the way and if you show me a woman having sex (and seeming to enjoy it) with her man and then half way through the film have herself throw herself at a woman - then damn near run away from it. I'm still thinking she's a woman who's thought herself straight up to now and this 'new' emotion is causing conflict, fine, I'm on that journey with the character. Then to say 'hey, I've actually known I might be bisexual for awhile' feels like a cheat. I shouldn't have to re-watch the movie with the intent of redefining that character journey. There are twist and there are cheats, this just felt like a cheat. A lesbian movies that pulled off the questioning female with a past relationship well was 'Loving Annabelle' - as much as that was about the build to a love scene it at least was a logical build to a a love scene. It set up a character reluctant to deal with conflicts in her perception of her own sexuality really early in the film with simple visual clues to a pre-existing relationship.
The thing that really turned me off about this film was the lack of respect for existing relationships. To have the feelings and walk the fine line of what to do with them is one thing - and great dramatic tension. Throwing people under the bus because there's a jones in your crotch is another. I think 'Imagine, Me, & You' did this particular bit about a thousand times better as did 'When Night is Falling'. In 'Imagine', in addition to developing a relationship between the characters for me to root for, I freakin' loved Heck. I didn't want him hurt and I respected Luce, because she didn't want to hurt him either. In 'When Night is Falling' Petra is aggressive in putting her interest for the other woman out there, but respects whatever line she draws in the sand - she also has NO relationship with the character's boyfriend. So while there is an affair present there, as in this film. Her mother isn't marrying the other character's father (as in Kyss Mig) or they haven't hung out and had dinner together (as in Imagine Me & You). Frida just doesn't seem to care how this affects other people.
Frida not only had no issue with seducing her future Step-Father's daughter, she threw her girlfriend under the bus. And she'd had a longer relationship with the father than she had with Mia. Yet, she aggressively pursues Mia despite the stress it might put on her mother's relationship with Mia's father, who she allegedly likes. I never got over thinking Frida was a jerk for the way she treated those characters. And poor Tim. So he was picky about where they lived and had some grand opinions on there wedding. The dude wasn't a bad guy and it seemed like the movie wanted me to believe he was. Yeah, he gets aggressive once in bed, but he backs off when he realizes she's not into it.
Also, if Frida and mom and new step-dad were all thrilled to have Tim around, why wasn't Elin hanging out with the fam? He obviously doesn't mind that Frida is gay as she isn't his daughter. They blatantly say this in the film. So if lovers are being invited to the table and Frida and step-dad get along so well, Elin's absence seems quite odd. Another slap in the face viewer 'cheat' early in the film is not revealing the lover exist earlier in the film. And what was the point of not even speaking Elin's name? Hiding Frida's sexuality until later in the film? She's practically undressing Mia with her eyes in the first two seconds, attraction, I get it. She likes girls. There's no value in hiding the girlfriend from the viewer, even if you hide it from Mia so she can have her 'so you like girls moment'. Also once you find out Mia is aware of her own bisexuality, all these moments feel a little like lies to the viewer. I bought sexual confusion in 'Loving Annabelle' (thin as plot was there) way more than I bought it here.
The two women the film wanted me to root for were such horrible unfeeling people to their lovers in this film, the people and relationship I rooted for was the one between the parents. That stood the greatest test and showed far more character.
Breathe Taking Movie about Love & The Norm of Society
aquaticsea30 December 2011
Love is love and every one have the right to love. It's a breathe taking movie about following ones heart and not necessarily following the "norm" or what is expected from us. The trailer doesn't do justice to how beautifully it was shot and how fantastic the acting was. Liv Mjönes and Ruth Vega Fernandez gives a prime example of brilliant acting. It was subtle, sweet, natural and believable. The story is solid and identifiable. The movie is gaining ground and will probably be distributed/shown in USA soon. I suggest seeing it/buying it. Absolutely great film. Overall, this is beautiful story with great acting.
Actors were great but overall the film lacked truth
steph_p2820 June 2020
Warning: Spoilers
Though the premise of the "straight" woman falling in love with a lesbian has been done to death, contrary to other negative reviews, that premise is not really the problem I had with this film. After all, it's quite common for women who have primarily been in relationships with men to discover their love for women later on in life. I actually appreciate that there are stories out there that attempt to reflect that reality. However, so often these stories are filled with tropes that don't entirely tell the whole truth. And unfortunately, this film fell victim to the trope mindfield.
First and foremost, the writing was way too saturated with plot. It left little time to build a truthful connection between Mia and Frida. It was a bit cheesy that we start off with Tim and Mia getting engaged and then announcing their engagement at her father's birthday party; I feel like that was something that could've already been in play before the start of the film. It was pretty evident that Mia and Frida were not straight identifying since they were giving each other the "eyes" the moment they met. What was weird to me is that the women didn't know what the other looked like or even their names before meeting. In the age of social media, I feel like you would know a bit about your father's fiance and her family, even if you are estranged. And especially because Frida had a close connection to Mia's brother, Oskar, one would assume he would've shown her pictures of Mia and Tim before meeting. Starting off the story with these women discovering their physical attraction for each other just wasted time. If they already knew they were attracted to each other, and had Mia already known that Frida was a lesbian before they met in person, a lot of time could've been saved building up the actual connection between the two.
With that being said, the biggest problem I had is that it felt as Mia and Frida's "love" was basically built off nothing. There was no intellectual connection or connection built off shared loneliness. The mark of a great romance is when each person discovers something about themselves through the other yet I didn't notice that here at all. It actually would've made more sense if one (or both) of the women didn't know they were attracted to women. Yes, that's an overdone trope but at least it's a connection built on self discovery. To later learn that both women are already attracted to women just made the connection even less meaningless. I mean, why did they feel have such strong feelings about the other? And why was this love worth all the sacrifices of cheating on and then leaving people that they already loved? Their connection seemed to just be built off lustful physical attraction and their opposing personalities, which made it very difficult to buy into the fact that they actually loved each other.
However, one of the best moments, I think, is when Mia tells her dad that she was going to marry Tim because people expected it. I think this is true of many couples regardless of their sexual identification or history of cheating. Perhaps this is why Mia fell for Frida: through their relationship she discovered that she didn't have to do things just because people expected them. Yet, it didn't really feel like Frida helped her discover that. I mean, Mia could've found that out by falling for anyone, really.
Overall, despite the weak script, I thought the acting was really great. I was really impressed by Liv Mjones who I thought did a fabulous job of showing vulnerability and rawness. The other actors were amazing as well and I'm sure this film could've done well on an international level had the script been a little tighter, especially because same-sex romance films between women are few and far between.
First and foremost, the writing was way too saturated with plot. It left little time to build a truthful connection between Mia and Frida. It was a bit cheesy that we start off with Tim and Mia getting engaged and then announcing their engagement at her father's birthday party; I feel like that was something that could've already been in play before the start of the film. It was pretty evident that Mia and Frida were not straight identifying since they were giving each other the "eyes" the moment they met. What was weird to me is that the women didn't know what the other looked like or even their names before meeting. In the age of social media, I feel like you would know a bit about your father's fiance and her family, even if you are estranged. And especially because Frida had a close connection to Mia's brother, Oskar, one would assume he would've shown her pictures of Mia and Tim before meeting. Starting off the story with these women discovering their physical attraction for each other just wasted time. If they already knew they were attracted to each other, and had Mia already known that Frida was a lesbian before they met in person, a lot of time could've been saved building up the actual connection between the two.
With that being said, the biggest problem I had is that it felt as Mia and Frida's "love" was basically built off nothing. There was no intellectual connection or connection built off shared loneliness. The mark of a great romance is when each person discovers something about themselves through the other yet I didn't notice that here at all. It actually would've made more sense if one (or both) of the women didn't know they were attracted to women. Yes, that's an overdone trope but at least it's a connection built on self discovery. To later learn that both women are already attracted to women just made the connection even less meaningless. I mean, why did they feel have such strong feelings about the other? And why was this love worth all the sacrifices of cheating on and then leaving people that they already loved? Their connection seemed to just be built off lustful physical attraction and their opposing personalities, which made it very difficult to buy into the fact that they actually loved each other.
However, one of the best moments, I think, is when Mia tells her dad that she was going to marry Tim because people expected it. I think this is true of many couples regardless of their sexual identification or history of cheating. Perhaps this is why Mia fell for Frida: through their relationship she discovered that she didn't have to do things just because people expected them. Yet, it didn't really feel like Frida helped her discover that. I mean, Mia could've found that out by falling for anyone, really.
Overall, despite the weak script, I thought the acting was really great. I was really impressed by Liv Mjones who I thought did a fabulous job of showing vulnerability and rawness. The other actors were amazing as well and I'm sure this film could've done well on an international level had the script been a little tighter, especially because same-sex romance films between women are few and far between.
a feast for the eye and balsam for the soul
keepthingswhole25 February 2012
Warning: Spoilers
Wow. Somehow I doubt that words can express how much I have enjoyed watching this film, but I simply must give it a go.
The story starts with the celebration of Lasse and Elisabeth's engagement. Having found each other late in life, Lasse brings two adult children into the marriage, the youngest of which, Oskar, already has connected beautifully with Elisabeth's daughter, Frida. When Lasse's daughter Mia joins the party alongside her fiancé Tim, we immediately feel she is quite the unpolished element in the newly-composed family. It doesn't take very long however before we realize how she is going to blend in.
Mia and Frida's first impressions of each other are exposed solely through body language. The secret looks they throw at each other radiate mutual curiosity, but whereas this curiosity is clearly of the welcoming kind on Frida's part, it is shrouded in a cloud of inexplicable caution on Mia's part. For the time being, that is.
And this is the only scene in which I grew a little too aware of my own willing suspension of disbelief: the first kiss. Five extra minutes to waltz us to the moment where Mia lets her guard down would have been nice. Whereas the kissing scene makes it clear that Mia's initial reluctance to get to know her stepsister was fueled by self-protection and not aversion, it would have been so much more powerful if we also got to see what exactly had caused the sudden turnaround. One might attribute it to Frida's undeniable charm, her dazzling smiles and hypnotic gazes in the scenes running up to that precious moment, but then, she did not exactly save these up for those first private encounters. Rewind and you will notice that Frida wasn't any less endearing the very first moment you laid eyes on her. Or when Mia did, for that matter.
From there on, the storytelling is pretty much flawless: the gradual and natural unraveling of two people who cannot stay away from each other and who eventually have to deal with the obstacles that prevent them from being together permanently. Sure, the final scene does reek a little of Hollywood, but thank god for a film that deals with same sex attraction and that does not end in total disaster! Generally speaking though, the film has quite a realistic feel about it, which probably has a lot to do with the performances. I don't know what it is that makes some couples work on the big screen and others not, but this couple definitely works. Works as in fireworks.
Which brings me to the actors. Ruth Vega Fernandez as the beautiful tormented Mia, Lena Endre as the wise and caring mother, and Krister Henriksson as the-not-so perfect-that-it-almost-makes-him-perfect father are outstanding. But Liv Mjönes's portrayal of Frida is divine. It is impossible not to fall in love with those storytelling eyes, those quirky gestures and priceless renderings of trivial words like 'ja', 'absolut', 'precis' and, a little less everyday, 'vebab.'
The amount of attention given to the subject of sexuality perfectly mirrors European present day society. Especially for the older generation, it's okay to be gay as long as you're far away. If it affects their inner circle, they will need to go through a small crisis before reaching the okay stage. All in all, it is still the case that, despite all the progress that was made, one cannot be gay without being explicitly defined as such.
In short, 'Kyss Mig' is a wonderful film about love in contemporary European society. It is intelligently written and beautifully shot; a feast for the eye and balsam for the soul. Also, did I mention it has Liv Mjönes in it?
The story starts with the celebration of Lasse and Elisabeth's engagement. Having found each other late in life, Lasse brings two adult children into the marriage, the youngest of which, Oskar, already has connected beautifully with Elisabeth's daughter, Frida. When Lasse's daughter Mia joins the party alongside her fiancé Tim, we immediately feel she is quite the unpolished element in the newly-composed family. It doesn't take very long however before we realize how she is going to blend in.
Mia and Frida's first impressions of each other are exposed solely through body language. The secret looks they throw at each other radiate mutual curiosity, but whereas this curiosity is clearly of the welcoming kind on Frida's part, it is shrouded in a cloud of inexplicable caution on Mia's part. For the time being, that is.
And this is the only scene in which I grew a little too aware of my own willing suspension of disbelief: the first kiss. Five extra minutes to waltz us to the moment where Mia lets her guard down would have been nice. Whereas the kissing scene makes it clear that Mia's initial reluctance to get to know her stepsister was fueled by self-protection and not aversion, it would have been so much more powerful if we also got to see what exactly had caused the sudden turnaround. One might attribute it to Frida's undeniable charm, her dazzling smiles and hypnotic gazes in the scenes running up to that precious moment, but then, she did not exactly save these up for those first private encounters. Rewind and you will notice that Frida wasn't any less endearing the very first moment you laid eyes on her. Or when Mia did, for that matter.
From there on, the storytelling is pretty much flawless: the gradual and natural unraveling of two people who cannot stay away from each other and who eventually have to deal with the obstacles that prevent them from being together permanently. Sure, the final scene does reek a little of Hollywood, but thank god for a film that deals with same sex attraction and that does not end in total disaster! Generally speaking though, the film has quite a realistic feel about it, which probably has a lot to do with the performances. I don't know what it is that makes some couples work on the big screen and others not, but this couple definitely works. Works as in fireworks.
Which brings me to the actors. Ruth Vega Fernandez as the beautiful tormented Mia, Lena Endre as the wise and caring mother, and Krister Henriksson as the-not-so perfect-that-it-almost-makes-him-perfect father are outstanding. But Liv Mjönes's portrayal of Frida is divine. It is impossible not to fall in love with those storytelling eyes, those quirky gestures and priceless renderings of trivial words like 'ja', 'absolut', 'precis' and, a little less everyday, 'vebab.'
The amount of attention given to the subject of sexuality perfectly mirrors European present day society. Especially for the older generation, it's okay to be gay as long as you're far away. If it affects their inner circle, they will need to go through a small crisis before reaching the okay stage. All in all, it is still the case that, despite all the progress that was made, one cannot be gay without being explicitly defined as such.
In short, 'Kyss Mig' is a wonderful film about love in contemporary European society. It is intelligently written and beautifully shot; a feast for the eye and balsam for the soul. Also, did I mention it has Liv Mjönes in it?
Real love
sonerolgn31 December 2014
YES, undoubtedly this is the one of the best romantic, emotional, touchy movie I have ever seen in my life.Amazing performance by Mia and Frida, magnificent landscape of Sweden and fluency and realness in every scene made me impatient, excited and happy throughout the film.The film is not just about a love story between two woman, it is also struggle for today's people who believe in true love.
On the one side Mia (Ruth Vega Fernandez) is a bit shy with Frida as normally at the beginning in their relationship.But after seeing honesty, warmth, sincerity in Frida's eyes, she began to look differently and gave her love for the Frida especially with her spectacular eyes.
On the other side Frida( Liv Mjönes) draws a character who is not afraid of being seen by everyone for her love for woman and she was also insistent about the possibility of a real love between tho woman.Moreover she also abandoned from her girlfriend and expected it from Mia in the same way.For this reason we see many Fridas in our today's world.
To sum up, love is everywhere and can be in every way and no one prevent it in real life.
On the one side Mia (Ruth Vega Fernandez) is a bit shy with Frida as normally at the beginning in their relationship.But after seeing honesty, warmth, sincerity in Frida's eyes, she began to look differently and gave her love for the Frida especially with her spectacular eyes.
On the other side Frida( Liv Mjönes) draws a character who is not afraid of being seen by everyone for her love for woman and she was also insistent about the possibility of a real love between tho woman.Moreover she also abandoned from her girlfriend and expected it from Mia in the same way.For this reason we see many Fridas in our today's world.
To sum up, love is everywhere and can be in every way and no one prevent it in real life.
Oh my gosh, it's.....trash.
DustinRahksi26 June 2013
Warning: Spoilers
Well I rented this for one sole reason, just to complain about it. Well there's not much to complain about, except it was rather pointless. Here's a short review. I hope my politically correct terms do not offend any one, I have to put this disclaimer because the internet is full of oversensitive people. May contain an obvious spoiler, beware.
From the cover, I thought it would be another mindless lesbian flick just like room in Rome, my god did that movie suck. Unlike that film, this has characters and a generic love story, and of course, it's not porn. So it is an actual film, which surprised me, but it still was just meh. Now, I notice lesbians are always portrayed as beautiful women, never you know, a regular human being. Judging by how many of these films there are, my conclusion is that these films are not made for the sake of film making, but instead to satisfy peoples cravings. How many movies are about homosexuals, I can't even think of one. No, it's always women, maybe because men will want to watch it, and there for increase profits. Sex always sells, unfortunately talent rarely does.
Anyway, back to the film. It's just a generic love story about forbidden love, but then there is a happy ending. Blah, blah, blah, the film is pointless. I never believed the characters, especially during the first love scene, they over acted a bit too much, like the scene from Watchmen. And the tear running down her face, come on what a bunch of cheese. The whole film is just bland and boring. The environments are depressing, it's just so awful.
I know no one will take my advice, but stay away.
From the cover, I thought it would be another mindless lesbian flick just like room in Rome, my god did that movie suck. Unlike that film, this has characters and a generic love story, and of course, it's not porn. So it is an actual film, which surprised me, but it still was just meh. Now, I notice lesbians are always portrayed as beautiful women, never you know, a regular human being. Judging by how many of these films there are, my conclusion is that these films are not made for the sake of film making, but instead to satisfy peoples cravings. How many movies are about homosexuals, I can't even think of one. No, it's always women, maybe because men will want to watch it, and there for increase profits. Sex always sells, unfortunately talent rarely does.
Anyway, back to the film. It's just a generic love story about forbidden love, but then there is a happy ending. Blah, blah, blah, the film is pointless. I never believed the characters, especially during the first love scene, they over acted a bit too much, like the scene from Watchmen. And the tear running down her face, come on what a bunch of cheese. The whole film is just bland and boring. The environments are depressing, it's just so awful.
I know no one will take my advice, but stay away.
I'm straight man but literally this is heartthrob movie...
TheRajatShahare30 November 2020
I like the storyline to be frank. I can understand that we have no control over our heart and that's what we can understand from this movie. The two cousin sister's are fell in love with eachother and then we get amazing story. Some people say it wrong as they're cousin sister's in relation but love is blind and can't be controlled so in my opinion it's not bad. This movie shows the reality of society that how society look to these people who are not straight like us but guy's they're also human and we should respect there decision. They've also equal rights to live a life as they want. So never look them like other, they're same as we are. Love the direction of the movie. Must watch movie 🍿 Peace!
Outdated love film from another century
rumpanbar6 August 2011
Warning: Spoilers
Stupid, predictable and dull are three keywords that sums up "Kyss mig" better than most other words. It's a love film about two women. One being openly gay while the other is engaged with a man. The only thing separating this plot from one million other love films is the two main characters being homosexual. While it's great that main characters have other sexual traction than just being straight it still doesn't make this movie anything other than awful. You can't base a movie simply on a sexual orientation in 2011 like you could 15 years ago.
I hope that more films will use homosexuals, transsexuals and so on as main characters. But please don't base the whole movie around it. How could homosexuality ever be normalized if every homosexual character and also real life homosexuals based solely on their sexuality.
I hope that more films will use homosexuals, transsexuals and so on as main characters. But please don't base the whole movie around it. How could homosexuality ever be normalized if every homosexual character and also real life homosexuals based solely on their sexuality.
Does love grow without honesty?
smithsjjjd4 December 2015
Warning: Spoilers
I understand why many would rate this film low. Perhaps they think you cannot fall in love in 2 days. Or that you would not give up a 7 year relationship after one fling.
I think this film has a much more important message that transcends the sexual status of the people (regardless of homosexual, heterosexual etc). The message is that love does not grow without honesty - true, sometimes brutal honesty.
That is why I rate this film highly, it is much more than just a love story. Every character is on a journey of becoming honest.
The father must confront his feelings and even learn how to express himself.
Mia must examine why she is engaged, and what her life will look like if she continues with the expected, "safe" option - and don't tell me that this does not happen - look at divorce rates around the world.
And Frida, well she has never been unfaithful and never really been in love - until now.
Lovely story, really well told with fantastic locations and filming and beautiful, subtle acting.
Thank you.
I think this film has a much more important message that transcends the sexual status of the people (regardless of homosexual, heterosexual etc). The message is that love does not grow without honesty - true, sometimes brutal honesty.
That is why I rate this film highly, it is much more than just a love story. Every character is on a journey of becoming honest.
The father must confront his feelings and even learn how to express himself.
Mia must examine why she is engaged, and what her life will look like if she continues with the expected, "safe" option - and don't tell me that this does not happen - look at divorce rates around the world.
And Frida, well she has never been unfaithful and never really been in love - until now.
Lovely story, really well told with fantastic locations and filming and beautiful, subtle acting.
Thank you.
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