Adam

If you are apart of the LGBTQ+ community do not watch this movie. Not worth your money, time or brain cells.

This is a complex, original, sophisticated and beautifully made film by a transman director and a cis lesbian writer that has so much to contribute to dialogue in the queer community in this particular moment when we all need to be having nuanced conversations rather than reactionary shut-downs. While the plot sounds problematic on its surface - a straight cis male teen ends up having a relationship with a lesbian who believes he is a transman - the film is very clearly offering up commentary on all kinds of issues and themes within the queer community and it is neither transphobic nor lesbophobic. It is really so unfortunate to see such a vicious campaign being waged against it by people who have not actually seen the film.

This film is far from perfect, but in many ways, it surpasses 99% of what is produced commercially. Its bravery lies in its refusal to pander to a certain audience; instead, it attempts to forge an honest connection between disparate groups. While I personally believe it falls short, it does so in a spectacular manner amidst the current "turf" wars. Its low rating on IMDB is not necessarily indicative of its quality. Watch it, appreciate it, and draw your own conclusions.

This movie is absolutely queerphobic and misguided and is going to hurt and/or confuse a lot of young people who think that this is okay. This movie is disgusting and completely wrong on so many levels. The fact that it even exists makes me sick to my stomach.

If the other reviews are any reflection, there seems to be a semi boycott on viewing this film by the LGBT community. I would not recommend any straight audiences to go out of their way to see it either, as you will likely be as confused as I was by the relationships. Margaret Qualley is very easy on the eyes though. I would rate this 5.2/10