"Beautiful Thing" is a low-key but very satisfying piece of moviemaking. I could relate to the actions of the two young men as they established their friendship and then discovered their sexuality. The acting throughout is superb. Some interesting notes about the production: 60 teenagers tried out for the part. The two that eventually got the nod had to read for the part seven times before being chosen. It is estimated that about 25% of teenagers who are discovered by their parents as being gay are asked to leave home. "Beautiful Thing" shows the callousness of such parental action. After all, it is not sexual orientation that determines a fulfilling relationship, but love between partners whether gay or straight.
Review of Beautiful Thing
