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Summary: A New Classic For Lesbian Cinema!!!
Review: Funny and Sexy are the two words I first think of when I talk about this film to friends. Everyone I know who saw this film at film festivals last year loved it. Whether it was for the sharp funny wit of the writing or the great acting or simply the(very) sexy stars, everyone left the film knowing we all saw something special. It is about a girl who finally picks up and leaves an ex in New York (though deep down her emotions have not died) Then she moves to California and finds a hot new girlfriend. And just as she and the new girl look like they are headed for "wedded bliss," the ex arrives in California to get her back! This movie has everything, great actresses who you will recognize from other mainstream films and TV, and characters you will love and identify with. This is a classic lesbian film, that will be treasured by all who see it.
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Summary: Worthwhile filmaking
Review: Hey, Just got over reading the reviews to this movie...Wow, people either loved it or well did not care for it...But one thing I noticed common in all the reviews was passion...this movie really evoked emotion, which I think makes any movie a success, as I am tried of shallow flicks with no plot or talent.I saw this movie about 2 years ago in a film festival, it won the audience award which I think is a great compliment..Now do not get me wrong this is a lower budget flick, rough around the edges, it isn't a film with a lot of financial backing like Kissing Jessica Stein or High Art...But the story is so good and the writing even better you forget the budget...These are some talented filmakers more so because they made a film for less and made it feel like more... I liked the actresses, and there are some priceless scenes such as the ex, the current gf, and the main character who is torn between the two...no movie has shown a love triangle any better represented than in this one scene no matter high the budget ( and that is an honest view) and there other priceless gems, inlaws, love scenes etc... This really will grow on you and become a favorite DVD in your library.. First time filmakers with an effort beyond their experience who capture the lesbian experience with humor, drama , and sex appeal... I recommend this film highly, I think it is a great addition to gay cinema and a turning point to tell filmakers give us a quality story and you will have an audience.. Hope to see another film this good soon...(read something about a new Erotic drama coming out this spring in an article about lesbian cinema in Curve Mag...director of A Family Affair wrote it and is just directing, not acting this time, and somewhat HEAVY erotic content....hmmm think that should be a winner :) called escapable? or inescapable?...look it up do not know more than that anyway see A Family Affair I give it 5 stars..
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Summary: BEST LESBIAN FILM EVER!!!
Review: I am a movie lover!! I have seen practically every lesbian movie made, from dramas filled with tragic figures to love stories. A Family Affair is the best lesbian film I have viewed in recent years. The lesbian community finally has a well written, funny and accurate portrayl of our love lives funny, dramatic and well not much different than our straight counterparts. It is time people got to see we are not so different just because of who we choose to love. This is a film every lesbian let alone person needs to see. You will likely see yourself in it in one of the well developed characters. The story is about a girl torn between two girls the new love and the old love. With a great cast and sexy actresses this film should not be missed. You will want to see this one over and over again and share it with everyone you know. Everyone I know who saw this film is literally in love with it. Here in Miami it is hard to find this film due to it selling out, I had to buy it on Amazon :) This will be the lesbian film we all look back on in years to come, plus it contains issues of gay marriage which are rather timely now. Go see it Go buy it This is a keeper!!
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Summary: BAD BAD BAD
Review: I bought this movie based on the reviews it was given by people who had seen it. BIG MISTAKE, I have to say that this is the worst film I have EVER seen. The actress playing the lead was supposed to be 35 ( 45 is closer, im being kind here) she appeared to be the same age as the actor playing her mother. I know it will appear I am being shallow but I watch a movie to escape for an hour and a half, the lead actor was not the least bit attractive (again I am being kind). The actual story was really good but it was so unbelieveable. The new and ex girlfriend were both attractive women (minus the wig) who in reality would not have been fighting over the lead but sleeping with each other. On the whole I was VERY VERY disappointed and shall off load this movie as soon as possible or maybe just burn it. THIS MOVIE DESERVES NO STARS.
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Summary: What do you know? A Really Good Lesbian Movie!
Review: I had dinner over friends, a lesbian couple. They had just bought A Family Affair and wanted to see it. Though I am not a fan of chick flicks or lesbian films, I thought as a gay man I will do my part and be a good guest. Well lo and behold this film was really good. I fell off the sofa laughing hysterically. This is a great two hours to spend watching a truly well crafted movie, and trust me lesbians love it, the couple were raving about it afterwards and I agree. There are CLASSIC scenes that everyone should see the lead actress having dinner with her ex who wants her back and her current girlfriend, a cat fight is brewing but in dialogue which is far better than any slapstick could be. The sex scenes, well like I said I am a gay guy but must say they were well done. Girls and Boys treat yourself to this one. A Family Affair is an affair to remember. Really good, it is a great gay movie that is my review.
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Summary: A GREAT LESBIAN ROMANTIC COMEDY ONE OF THE BEST!!!
Review: I had seen this film once before in a festival in Washington DC.I thought it was funny and extremely well written,loved the characters and the romantic conflicts were real not some fictious hollywood story line. Then I saw it was for sale and read some of the reviews. I was surprised at some of the negative ones (likely someone who did not see the film). So I bought the DVD and had a girls night at the house to see the film. We all loved it! This film is funny, sexy and captures romance perfectly...The characters are great!! As is the story a Love triangle with all the humor, heartache and sexual trysts that accompany one.This is the perfect holiday gift, I know I am buying some for friends.This is a film you will want to have in your DVD library.A Family Affair is a GREAT LESBIAN Film.
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Summary: Original, fresh, romantic comedy-not just for lesbians/gays!
Review: I just picked this up last week in my local Blockbuster & am probably going to buy it now because I want to own it!! You don't need to be gay to appreciate excellent delineation of culture clash of gays v. straight, West Coast v. East Coast, Jewish v. other! Really, really funny w/ some GREAT lines - I spit out some Diet Coke on my husband. And well-acted, including Michelle Green of LA Law fame (still looks fab!! -darn her), who my husband appreciated (even though a little damp from Diet Coke). Lead character's parents were especially priceless/adorable.
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Summary: 1 star is too much
Review: I knew when I ordered this it had received mixed reviews but as always went ahead and ordered it with an open mind. Knowing that as with most things that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. When will I ever learn, good quality lesbian films are few and far between and sadly this is one of the misses. The fact that you cannot give zero or minus stars gives this poor film a falsely high rating. The acting is wooden, scenes and script uncomfortable. Other reviewers mention great sexual content, steamy scenes and sexy performances. Which film is all that in then, as I didn't see any of that in A Family Affair. If you can I would rent this DVD rather than buy or borrow would be even better, that way your hard earned cash remains safely in the bank and no one gets hurt.
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Summary: Why do some gay movies have to be so bad?
Review: I picked up this movie on accident, but I doubt that it was fate! It's not horrible, but rather unnatural (acting) and uninteresting (plot, direction). I wondered how a movie like this could be made? And why? However I'm strangely fascinated by this film because I actually attempted to see it a second time, because I just couldn't believe that such a horrid movie could be made. Despite my good intentions however, I could only take the film for about 10 mins the second time around. Some gay films are really bad in terms of acting and story line, but this one takes the cake! Why do some gay movies have to be so bad? I haven't found an answer to that one yet, however I have a feeling that it's a conspiracy. The Republicans are funding terrible gay movies to make the entire population straight! ;)
If you like Bar Girls, you may like this one. However, if you like High Art and But I'm a Cheerleader, your best bet is to run as far away from this movie as possible.
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Summary: A Family Affair: Loved It
Review: I really looked into this film before I even saw it yesterday for the first time (rented it)...It was the number one selling lesbian film on every gay video web site, so I figured that was enough reason to see it...Read in a recent November/December Curve Magazine that this writer director, Helen Lesnick, is the up and coming filmaker in the genre..So That was good enough for me. I saw it and I can say they were all right! A Family Affair is a well done film that has a quality script, and fine talent. It is Romantic and extremely Funny...About a love triangle (the ex and the new girlfriend) you can not go wrong seeing this film...And I thank Amazon for offering their review system so you can read honest critiques..before you buy..
Also read the director/writer just made an erotic drama called "Inescapable" all I can say I do not need any more proof to see or buy her next film....A new talent worth investing in if you desire good filmaking.
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