B&B

Though some criticise "B&B" for its leisurely pace, I found myself engrossed from the intriguing opening scene. The film avoids preaching, instead presenting both sides of the central conflict, leaving the audience to grapple with its complexities. While it may not be unforgettable, it's a satisfying watch for those who enjoy an understated thriller with surprising twists.

The true strength of "B&B" lies in its well-crafted characters. The initial depiction of the B&B owner as self-righteous is cleverly subverted by his subsequent actions. This multi-dimensionality extends to all the characters, deepening the film's intrigue. Strong performances further enhance the believability of these characters.

The film works well within its modest means, wringing life-or-death drama out of what is essentially a debate over the accuracy of one man's gaydar. The tension is palpable, and the stakes feel high despite the seemingly trivial premise. However, a more polished script and greater attention to cinematography could have elevated the film even further, adding depth and visual appeal to the story.

Despite its merits, "B&B" could have benefited from a slightly longer runtime to allow for a more fleshed-out story, potentially incorporating the hinted-at prequel. The film opens with a newspaper headline, "Homosexuals sue Christian for double bed," setting the stage for the ensuing drama.

Overall, "B&B" is recommended, particularly for those who appreciate a slow-burning mystery with shocking twists and complex characters. It might not linger in your memory, but it provides a compelling and thought-provoking experience for its audience.

I wanted to watch this because I've seen Callum Woodhouse in "The Durrells" and "All Creatures Great and Small" and wanted to see how he'd handle a more serious role. He did well, in a supporting role, but I had great difficulty in following the film. I admit I watched it on an iPad and not a TV, but the real problem was with the lighting. Almost every scene was too dark to see what was going on. I turned the brightness up, but still too dark.

As to the plot itself, it was rather convoluted. Yes, there were plot twists but the development was poor. It really could have been much better, which was disappointing because I was hoping for something more. Good actors were put in a mediocre movie.

A great and unique thriller. B&B represents gay men not as people always chasing after sex - as in so many "worthy" LGBTQ films but our heroes are as a married couple who love each other. With more twists and turns than a country road B&B will keep you guessing right up until the end.

Who wrote this? Worse, who FINANCED this?

Boring characters, slow, thin plot spread out. By the time you get to the unimpressive plot twist you just don't CARE.

This little flick is sort of a floater between being good and bad. The story rambles along and then the twist in the plot.

It's basically about two guys that return to a Bed & Breakfast to justify themselves and revenge the wound the owner inflicted upon these two guys earlier in an incident the viewer only knows by seeing a headline in an old news tabloid. But the two guys are unprepared for what happens to them by design of the owner and the incident with mysterious Russian.

This story is told slowly and it gets a little boring until the last third of the movie. Not one you will remember but might enjoy if you are in the mood for a mystery.