Hate Crime

This movie explores the dark side of religion--in this case, how hatred of gays can disrupt and even devastate people's lives. It is a very thought-provoking movie, and provides a perspective on how people become "gay bashers"...even, and especially, those who consider themselves Christians. One scene was exceptionally well developed and produced which explores how the same issue can be so differently viewed when coming from a place of love versus a place of fear.

The actors are all very believable and effective in their roles, but I must give a "hats off" to Pastor Boyd, Trey's mother and the Neighbor Woman...they really give exceptional performances.

The music score really helps build the suspense in a very subtle way, and was supportive of the meaning of the movie throughout. I found myself thinking about the movie, different scenes, parts of the dialog...for DAYS afterward. It really made me examine my values and honestly explore how I would react in the same situation. And that, to me, is what good movie-making is all about.

I saw "Hate Crime" on Netflix's Watch Now feature.

It's under the Gay/Lesbian movies section.

Loved the film.

I love when a film about a gay couple feels like the couple really loves each other.

Some films think holding hands is enough. I could see that Trey and Robbie loved each other.

Great cast. Even the less experienced actors held their own.

Tight directing and good cinematography for a first timer. You could see that they had a small budget but it didn't affect the look or performances.

I grew up in Plano, TX so I identified with the whole script.

I saw this film at the North Carolina Gay and Lesbian Film Festival and found it to be very good (even if sometimes somewhat predictable). Within the first 15 minutes or so, I had figured out who committed the crime.

While I found the film to be of good quality, I also found it to be a bit disturbing.

It seemed to want to show real Christianity as a stark contrast to hate-mongering fundamentalism, and for that it should be praised. But while it took great effort to show that there are Christians who aren't filled with hate and intolerance, it seemed to glorify attempts at revenge. I found the incongruency to be quite disturbing.

It'd be a really good conversation starter.

I came out of this movie completely amazed. Every part of this film was done very well. The combination of: the superb acting by all the players, the score and sound editing, the well-shot cinematography and the great film quality from the HD camera they used really worked for bringing this memorable film together. I was taken more at back when the writer said, in a Q&A after the showing I saw here in Phoenix, that this was his first attempt at writing a screenplay and it only took him 16-18 months to write the script. Hearing that really encourages other people who dream of becoming a screenwriter. If you get a chance to see this movie, go see it!

The movie has a very simple and predictable script. However, it's very emotional and ends up being not a bad movie to watch. Does show the power of love.....and hate!