This movie is a must see for any gay man it speaks to and from our very dark side. The documentary opens with the main character in his most golden and handsome state. He then gives you a glimpse of what it's like to be one of those gay men that are blessed with charm, manly beauty & intelligence. You see the privileges that are bestowed upon you by that ever so judgmental "Gay Foodchain" when you are one of its superstars. One also observes the MAN that seems to have it all really does not. The protagonist in the course of the film exponentially declines in health & looks. It is interesting to note that this man could have had at one point, just about ANY man he wanted yet, when he dies their is no husband / romantically loving soul by his side. The movie spoke to me in the following way. It brought to focus that the parties; the circuit and the barrage of beautiful men are our blessings as modern gay men, yet they can also be our biggest curses. The film reminds me that beauty fades and the gay male playground is only that a cold place to engage in adult pleasures. It also makes me realize the true worth of holding and being held by another man that loves & cares for me in the long term. A sobering film that is sometimes funny and sad with a subtle message to zip your pants and look for more in a partner that the perfect six pack.
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