The film 'Close to You' features Sam, a transgender man, returning home to face a family that struggles to understand his transition, leaving him feeling isolated despite their love.
In 'Close to You', Elliot Page's performance, while rooted in a personal connection to the material, unexpectedly feels lifeless and inert, which detracts from the film’s emotional impact.
The film's reliance on improvisation leads to a loose scripting style that feels repetitive, highlighting a struggle to effectively convey the depth of Sam's pain and experience.
As Sam navigates his feelings for Katherine, a married friend from his past, the subplot's execution feels labored, drawing attention away from the main narrative of familial acceptance.
#transgender-representation #family-dynamics #indie-film #emotional-struggles #improvisation-in-film
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