WATCH: A queer kid's complicated bond with their father is at the heart of 'In The Summers' - Queerty
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from Queerty6 months ago
The film's narrative journey illustrates the complexities of familial relationships, focusing on how these bonds shape personal identity over time, especially during formative years.
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Set against the warm backdrop of Las Cruces, New Mexico, the film effectively captures the bittersweet nuances of childhood summers and their impact on personal growth.
Queertyhttps://www.queerty.com/watch-a-queer-kids-complicated-bond-with-their-father-is-at-the-heart-of-in-the-summers-20240822
Influenced by the director's own childhood, 'In The Summers' poignantly explores themes of separation, identity, and the evolving nature of familial love across pivotal life moments.
Queertyhttps://www.queerty.com/watch-a-queer-kids-complicated-bond-with-their-father-is-at-the-heart-of-in-the-summers-20240822
Through the beautifully drawn performances and episodic structure, we witness how Violeta's maturation intertwines with her understanding of self-identity and her family's complexities.
Queertyhttps://www.queerty.com/watch-a-queer-kids-complicated-bond-with-their-father-is-at-the-heart-of-in-the-summers-20240822
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