Children of God (2010)
Kareem Mortimer
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Plot Summary
Blond haired, blue-eyed Johnny travels to the island of Eleuthera intent on finding some artistic inspiration. After arriving, he meets the confident, attractive black musician Romeo and it is instantly clear that there is a spark between them. Although Romeo has a fiancé, he has secretly played with boys on the side before – but Johnny is not just any boy, and soon their relationship becomes far more intense than a simple fling. Struggling to overcome rampant homophobia, and an anti-gay crusade erupting around them, it is going to take more than wishful thinking for their love to last. A beautifully shot, captivating romance, CHILDREN OF GOD paints a universally relevant portrait of desire, sexual conflict, tolerance and self-acceptance.
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A must see
Although it seems a little slow at first, it's message is shattering. I put this as real must see.
Well Done
This movie is significant in that it addresses the homophobia that is present in West Indian caribbean culture. This is the first movie that I have seen that tackles this subject matter in the aforementioned setting. The movie is of a special interest genre, I'm not sure if those who have no interest in the subject matter would find it entertaining as the pace is slow and talkative. However, this is not to downplay the film at all……it is very important and very instrumental in bringing to light the awful reality of the anti-gay culture in the Caribbean. Stephen Tyrone Williams and Johnny Ferro are both excellent in portraying their respective characters. Williams' demeanor ranges from low key, laid back to moments of more intense and aggressive emotions. Having a very intense physical aura…..I believe his natural acting ability really shines during the more intense, aggressive dialogs with Ferro. Johnny Ferro's character demeanor stays static throughout the entire movie…….he portrays a very introspective, quiet and at times "quirky" art student. The supporting cast is also excellent. Van Brown portrays a caring, emotional preacher who empathizes with Ferro (he also has one of the most soothing voices I have ever heard). Margaret Laurena Kemp and Mark Richard Ford are also excellent portraying a married couple who preach the anti-gay agenda. Ford's character is a hypocritical preacher who rallies against homosexuality and yet is involved in gay sexual encounters.
In summary, this is an excellent movie who's message is important , current and constructed in a well acted and crafted manner……….don't miss it !
Made me cry.
Background: I didn't cry during "Marley and Me"...the only reason I know I am human is because this movie made me bawl. And when I watched it again, again I cried. Not gratuitous or rushed, the love of the two main characters is really pure and powerful. As much as I hated the ending, I also loved it; it created an urgency to an otherwise slower-paced movie. (Not going to spill much more). I am not religious, but this movie portrays a fantastic and universal message: tolerance.
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