Plot: Alex is a 15-year-old intersex kid. Their parents fled the busy city and moved to a smaller town near Uruguay, hoping it would be a safer place for Alex to grow up. One day they entertain some old friends. Their son is also invited, and he is very much attracted to Alex, who also shows interest in him.
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October 27, 2024
A drama about an intersex kid. It's a pleasant enough film, but it's equally clear that XXY got most of its attention due to its subject matter. Not that it's not a story worth telling, but I'd hoped for stronger cinematic qualities and a more unique take on the subject. What I got was a pretty basic international drama.
The performances are solid and the drama is both subtle and unflinching. The cinematography is rather grim though and the pacing is a tad slow. It's not that I was bored while watching, but it's not exactly riveting cinema and I don't think it's a story that will stick with me for long. Worth a shot if you're interested in the subject though.