Fanfik

Poland has been living under right wing Catholic government for last 8 years. There even some towns in rural areas that proudly claim the status of gay free places. This kind of repression never works in the long run and it's starting to show. There are less than half Catholic priests ordained these days then even a decade ago. This quirky, imperfect flick brings a fresh view at the digital generation that seeks information and guidance from social media. Stodgy, dour, ultra conservative officials are losing their malignant influence and there isn't much they can do about it. Quick paced, original movie for the new era.

The story is not only about an about teenager, nonetheless is just a transitioning movie, is a depiction of many of the feelings that someone has when they can never be comfortable with themselves. And it was perfectly made.

I believe this movie can't really be appreciated unless there is a motive of connection with Tosiek, or any other of the characters.

Which I believe is the strongest point of the movie, a relatable factor. And it's fine, not all movies are for everyone, does not mean they're bad, just not for you.

I do believe has some flaws in how the story is told, because it tells too much in too little, a little longer movie or a short series could've been the answer. However I've noticed that there is a mistake on what people perceived and is that all the events do not happen in only one day, there is a longer story line, I mean like "weeks storyline", but it isn't fully drawn when portrayed either on the script or by the editors.

Could be on purpose to show how disconnected was Tosiek was from reality, or a mistake on the design of the division of days, but it doesn't happen in only one day.

The movie is a great vent of feelings and portrays many factors of reality. Even with this timeline flaw, it's a really good queer portrayal, and it's a really good pioneer on achillean relationships that are not conformed by cisgender people.

Plot wise, this movie really fell short. Each step after another was exactly what you'd expect, and it wasn't even what you wanted to happen either. It lacked realism in its characters and purpose in its narrative.

More on that realism note: who 'figures out' they're transgender, comes out to their family, crush, and school, cuts their hair, begins transitioning, and picks a new name, all in ONE SINGLE day? This felt so artificial, as though the character was meant to exist as a girl with different gender expression, that jumping to these conclusions was rapid and unbalanced. I think Tosiek had great potential in a miniseries or something, but in a movie this all felt rushed and over extended. One day is too much to learn and admit all this about yourself.

The 'fanfic' part for which this film is named also was somewhat disappointing. It didn't seem intentional and it didn't lead anywhere. Tosiek's interpretations of others seemed stereotypical and somewhat offensive at times. The insight it gave into their mind ended up making them seem kind of self centered and ignorant. (Ignorant may be a strong word- more like nonchalant to a fault. Self idolizing in a way). Great concept, but again, I think it needed a miniseries at least to fully develop.

The editing of the film is visually pleasing, but I think they could have done more with the emphasis on atmosphere. The locations felt very simple and could have used more personality.

Character wise, Tosiek begins as an uncomfortable narrator and ends as such too. They rely heavily on bad decisions and placebo effects from medication that only works consistently, at the right dose, over time. Tosiek's father's character development again feels rushed, only taking a few days to come around to what seems like a rapid and unsupported decision (not that there is anything wrong with transitioning- doing all the steps in one day is an indicator of something not quite being right though). Leon felt a little more 'real'- we got more insight into his values and struggles in a clearer way. The side characters all have little loose ends but mostly make up a sensical whole.

Anyway, TLDR; pretty big plot holes and struggles. Editing and great actors make up for it somewhat. Worth a watch, but not something to call home about.

I loved this movie as confusing and fast paced as it was. I am a trans boy myself and felt Tosieks story of learning about himself was fast paced sure but beautiful none the less! I remember looking at myself the same way when i cut my hair and it felt very real. Not to mention the fact the actor is trans himself which makes it feel more real as well. Tosiek is so pretty too and as a hopeless romantic I loved the romance part of it. The story itself is sorta confusing but other than that i loved it. Im also a trans boy who writes fanfiction so to see him using it as a outlet felt very cool to me <3 overall liked it!