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I am writing this after viewing this film multiple times. Seeing it on my first viewing was a magical experience and on later viewings the impact on me has not diminished.

Initially I was totally prepared to hate it . I'm not really a RomCon fan and reading about the plot did not impress me. Also I have found gay themed movies to be for the most part disappointing.

The film almost immediately won me over. In the opening sequences with the two leads Taylor Sakhar Perez and Nicholas Galtzine established a pairing I have rarely seen matched anywhere on screen. They bring such commitment and authenticity to their rolls in the later parts of the film it almost reaches to spiritual levels.

In short, it is one of the greatest film gay romance In history and in its own way a masterpiece.

The best thing about his movie are the virtuoso performances by Christopher Abbott Hal and Margaret Qualley. It is essentially a two person film with these wonderful actors navigating the complex relationship of their characters. Both of them are capable of conveying a range of emotions ranging from homicidal anger, to fear and to tenderness. The film is beautifully casted. Both actors bring intense and believable erotic energy to the film.

Some people may find the sadomasochistic nature of the these characters difficult to understand or to relate to but the film brings home the fact romantic love and sexual satisfaction come in many manifestations.

Aftersun is a beautiful work of art with stunning performances and courageous direction.

It is a reflection of memory - the memory of a father. He is a tormented person suffering from crippling depression. He attempts to not allow to his pain to ruin his limited time with his beloved preteen daughter.

Paul Mescal gives a brilliant performance. In my opinion it is the finest performance by an actor I have seen this year. He has the gift of connecting with his audience on a spiritual level. You can sense his characters inner life and suffering just by gazing into his eyes. I was mesmerized by his performance.

This is not a conventional film. It demands concentration and patience. It is, however, a brilliant journey well worth your time.