Supernova

This is one of those quiet movies that tells a simple core of a story mostly through dialogue and facial expressions, the kind of movie that drives some viewers crazy, running for the exits complaining that nothing happens.

I saw criticism somewhere because two straight actors were cast for the roles of the gay lead characters, the standard issue of Werent there any gay actors they could find? I am not offended by this bit of casting, but I am not gay either. Surely many gay actors have played straight roles, right? Though lets face it, that was born out of a long history of actors not being able to reveal their sexuality or risk damaging their careers. But it must be considered a good sign that now actors do not fear poor press by pla...

Its been said that life is what happens when youre busy making other plans, and such is the story of partners Sam (Colin Firth) and Tusker (Stanley Tucci). The two men are taking a road trip through the English countryside, visiting friends, family, and special places from their past. The two reminisce on their decades-old relationship, and things seem to be going well until one day, Sam finds Tusker standing in the middle of traffic, confused about where he is.

Do not dismiss Supernova as just another movie about dementia, which seems to be the topic du jour of late. Writer / director Harry Macqueens restrained tale of morality and love ascends to a different level of sadness and sophistication, with atmospheric melancholy flowing from...

For a film riding its simplicity this hard, 'Supernova' is still a worthy and patient portrait of every couple's worst nightmare. It serves as a reminder to hold the ones you love tight, in an experience designed to make your heart swell before shattering it completely.

• Ashley Teresa

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