Love Is Strange
Sony Pictures Classics | Release Date: August 22, 2014
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BHBarryAug 23, 2014
"Love is Strange" stars John Lithgow, Alfred Molina and Marisa Tomei in this story of a marriage of two men who have lived together for 39 years and, under the newly enacted New York law, are able to formally solidify their relationship in a"Love is Strange" stars John Lithgow, Alfred Molina and Marisa Tomei in this story of a marriage of two men who have lived together for 39 years and, under the newly enacted New York law, are able to formally solidify their relationship in a more traditional manner. The problems the two encounter could befall any married couple so this is really not a gay movie but the story of a married couple who happen by chance to be gay. It is also the story of true love and the caring and affection that only beautful relationships can bring about. Unfortunately, this lovely and sensitive story, told in a better way, would have made a better film. One can only blame the writers, Ira Sachs (who is also the director) and Mauricio Zacharias and/or the editor for preventing this movie from realizing its potential. The continuity and ease of understanding are significantly absent from the film so that the viewer must assume and imagine that which could easily have been shown in an added scene or two. This is even more disturbing when you have such fine performances given by Messrs. Molina and Lithgow and Ms. Tomei all of whom are exemplary in the roles they play. I give the film a 7 simply because too many questions are posed for the viewer to try to answer and too many inconsistencies exist for the viewer to follow. Had these writing/editing problems been solved, the film would indeed be worthy of a much higher rating.… Expand
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LamontRaymondAug 22, 2014
Likely the first must-see film of the year. Molina and Lithgow are simply outstanding in this love story that doesn't quite go the way you'd expect it to. I'm definitely interested to see where this director's career will go.
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BikerjamesSep 2, 2014
Love is Strange is made in the style of a Woody Allen drama, but not as strong as Woody's best work. Lithgow and Molina are wonderful as the two geriatric gay men who have lived together nearly 40 years, only to have to separate temporarilyLove is Strange is made in the style of a Woody Allen drama, but not as strong as Woody's best work. Lithgow and Molina are wonderful as the two geriatric gay men who have lived together nearly 40 years, only to have to separate temporarily when one of them loses their job. They each move in with a different family member, and each one has different problems with their new living arrangements. Some of the camera shots seemed exceedingly long to me, and some of the characters and storyline felt underdeveloped, but I still enjoyed the film overall. Not a film I would want to see again, as the various family members were very annoying.… Expand
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netflicSep 21, 2014
A very good movie that could have been excellent. It is a love story of two gay partners of nearly 40 years living in New York. After they get married, one of them who works as a music teacher in a Catholic church, gets fired once hisA very good movie that could have been excellent. It is a love story of two gay partners of nearly 40 years living in New York. After they get married, one of them who works as a music teacher in a Catholic church, gets fired once his marriage becomes public. They are forced to move out and, while looking for new living arrangements, they live separately with their relatives. The movie is sincere and sensitive, acting is top-notch. The script could have been better. While most of the movie look authentic and true, some episodes are not realistic. Nevertheless we might see this film in the Oscar list, at least in a few categories.… Expand
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duncan1964Mar 23, 2015
The story of an ageing gay couple who's life changes when ones loses his job and they have to sell their flat, moving in with family and friends. Lithgow and Molina as the stressed couple have never been better, and theirs is an entirelyThe story of an ageing gay couple who's life changes when ones loses his job and they have to sell their flat, moving in with family and friends. Lithgow and Molina as the stressed couple have never been better, and theirs is an entirely believable onscreen marriage. Unlike the majority of films about stress in a relationship, in this one the couple in question never fall out or argue, it's the people around them who have the problem. Refreshing and life affirming.… Expand
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Jman4Sep 13, 2014
Slow-moving and uneventful, Love is Strange still manages to be a tender, heartfelt slice of life masterpiece with incredible performances and true love that will make you think about your own relationships.
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lasttimeisawMay 21, 2015
This Ira Sachs’ follow-up of his strained relationship chronicle KEEP THE LIGHTS ON (2012) revolves around a senior gay couple in Manhattan, New York, Ben (Lithgow), an obscure painter and George (Molina), a music teacher in a CatholicThis Ira Sachs’ follow-up of his strained relationship chronicle KEEP THE LIGHTS ON (2012) revolves around a senior gay couple in Manhattan, New York, Ben (Lithgow), an obscure painter and George (Molina), a music teacher in a Catholic school, after gay-marriage has been legalised, they finally tie the knot after 39 years together, their love has been blessed by friends and family, but the segueing repercussions cost George his post due to the obvious prejudice among those religious conservatives, and the unforeseen financial plight forces them to sell the apartment and live with their relatives and friends, yet as none of them have extra rooms for both, so they have to spend the transitional time separately.
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beingryanjudeSep 4, 2014
Perhaps one of the most honest and true love stories ever brought to the screen. With Ira Sachs' direction, this film soars through life's challenges and are upheld with truly wonderful performances from its cast.
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Takeru88Jan 18, 2015
Que bonita película se ha estrellado en mi pieza esta noche. "Love is Strange" (2014) resultó ser una delicada y poética manera de mostrar el amor entre dos viejos amigos que buscan nada más que permanecer día a día junto al otro...Que bonita película se ha estrellado en mi pieza esta noche. "Love is Strange" (2014) resultó ser una delicada y poética manera de mostrar el amor entre dos viejos amigos que buscan nada más que permanecer día a día junto al otro... enfatizando con ternura los momentos en los cuales, por circunstancias varias, se han tenido que separar momentáneamente. De lo mejor del 2014... :)… Expand
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BrianMcCriticJan 14, 2015
A character driven story about love's strength through good and bad. John Lithgow and Alfred Molina are great as always and they make you feel their pain when they're separated. I highly recommend everyone gives this film a shot. A-
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KristianBKNov 20, 2014
Love is Strange is a modest, cute film, that doesn't stand out nor doesn't it want to stand out. Warm and masterful performances by Molina and Lithgow lead the film as it tells it's story. Good use of classical pieces of music, which onlyLove is Strange is a modest, cute film, that doesn't stand out nor doesn't it want to stand out. Warm and masterful performances by Molina and Lithgow lead the film as it tells it's story. Good use of classical pieces of music, which only adds to the movie that little spark of something special. Even though directing and screenplay don't stand out as anything worth mentioning, it still is a warm movie. There also were some scenes that could be handled better, I could say the same for the story-telling. Not great, not flawless, but still worth watching.… Expand
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SaintRubenAug 31, 2014
Mike and I saw "Love is Strange" today at an early show in Evanston, and we think it's a great film that deserves all the great reviews it's been getting. It's a touching story of an aging gay couple who find themselves having to live withMike and I saw "Love is Strange" today at an early show in Evanston, and we think it's a great film that deserves all the great reviews it's been getting. It's a touching story of an aging gay couple who find themselves having to live with relatives and friends after the breadwinner loses his job as a music teacher at a Catholic school, because he made it public that he married his partner of forty years. Marisa Tomei's performance as the neice in law is a great performance. Alfred Molina and John Lithgow actually have screen chemistry because they are good friends in real life. The tenderness portrayed in this film is accented by the classical piano soundtrack. It's scares me that many people in the real world become desperate after losing their jobs, that this story comes off as almost true to life. Mike and I were touched by how gentle this couple is to each other. It's certainly a film about gay marriage that the American public should watch, if they only stop being so discriminatory to be more open minded. This is a great film, and I loved it like a great realistic novel where you get to know the characters, and care for them deeply. This is one great film!

I just spent the last hour on www.metacritic.com/movie/love-is-strange reading raving reviews from all over the country about this movie. They all love the simple details of this romantic realist story about a couple going through difficult times, that many critics say this story is deeply human and universal, and shouldn't be seen as just a "gay marriage" movie. It's more than that. It's a deeply human story! It's soundtrack of classical piano make the simplest gestures of these characters heartwarming and heartbreaking, as when John Lithgow's character reaches out an grabs Alfred Molina's character(George) in a public place at a music concert. The music is so romantic, but the story is so real, and when these characters sweeten up to each other, we wish the best for them, and it breaks our hearts. Critics love this movie, and for a good cause. This is one expertly described film. The performance by the nephew becomes more and more moving as the film goes on. The path of love never did run smooth, as Shakespeare wrote in "A Midsummer Night's Dream," and that's so true for this movie. Go see it if you can.

Peace, Love, and Best Wishes, Ruben and Mike.… Expand
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filmready1Sep 20, 2014
Terrific character driven film. Molina and Lithgow are so intimate and credible as a longtime couple.
The story is hard to bear, as NY real estate realities impinge on both characters lives, splitting them up.
We then explore theirTerrific character driven film. Molina and Lithgow are so intimate and credible as a longtime couple.
The story is hard to bear, as NY real estate realities impinge on both characters lives, splitting them up.
We then explore their situations, neither comfortable. You feel these characters in their bones and how they miss each other. A wonderful love story, as each tries to make a life apart. This film moves slowly but with great force. I wish we had more American films like this.… Expand
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benuttyOct 21, 2014
Time. Patience. Frustration. Love. Acceptance. -- these are the things that Love Is Strange concerns itself with, and Ira Sachs explores them all with an effortless script that so wonderfully leaves room for interpretation of each.
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NerdConsultantFeb 16, 2015
i though this was a good film with some really great performances from Alfred Molina and John Lithgow who have amazing chemistry on screen. this is a very believable couple and believable set of events for this group of people. my problemsi though this was a good film with some really great performances from Alfred Molina and John Lithgow who have amazing chemistry on screen. this is a very believable couple and believable set of events for this group of people. my problems with the film is that there are quite a few things that are brought up but are never resolved by the end of the movie, a few scenes went on a bit too long and i wasn't completely satisfied by the end but in all honesty i enjoyed myself watching this movie and even liked it more than boyhood… Expand
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danippMar 17, 2015
Is love strange? Well, it's definitely not an easy feeling to deal with but this beautiful love story shows us that having someone who you can trust and share your happiness and sadness is extremely important. Family and friendship is alsoIs love strange? Well, it's definitely not an easy feeling to deal with but this beautiful love story shows us that having someone who you can trust and share your happiness and sadness is extremely important. Family and friendship is also explored, sometimes in a tough but honest way. Despite the lack of development in some characters, Love Is Strange has stunning performances by Molina and Lithgow and an unexpected ending.… Expand
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tonimiller417Nov 2, 2015
Love is strange and so is this movie, but in a good way. It's so low key that you barely notice when big things are happening.

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JLuis_001Sep 7, 2017
Love is Strange, it's both drama and comedy, but it never bends over any of those genres, which makes the film a lot more bearable than you'd think in the first place.

Perhaps because of its plot it won't be for everyone's taste, after allLove is Strange, it's both drama and comedy, but it never bends over any of those genres, which makes the film a lot more bearable than you'd think in the first place.

Perhaps because of its plot it won't be for everyone's taste, after all men are not known to see romanticism on the screen and much less when the couple is homosexual. But if you can pass that border you will discover and enjoy a very nice film.… Expand
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