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God's Own Country (2017)
God's Own Country (2017): Watch Online in English, Romanian
| Movie | God's Own Country |
| Real Name | N/a |
| Rating | 7.8 |
| Duration | 105 Min |
| Aired | 2017-08-31 |
| Languages | English & Romanian |
| Subtitle | N/a |
| Quality | Bluray |
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Sources
Countries
United Kingdom
Genres
Tags
SheepCountrysideIsolationFarm lifeYorkshireLonelinessRural areaMigrant farmworkerFarmerBritish pubStrokeLgbtResponsibilityMigrant workerRomanianAnimal agricultureGay romanceGay themeLgbt interestBoys' love (bl)
Directors
Francis Lee
Stars
Josh O'Connor, Alec Secăreanu, Gemma Jones, Ian Hart, Harry Lister Smith, Patsy Ferran
Writers
Francis Lee
Companies
BFI, Inflammable Films, Shudder Films, Creative England, MetFilm Production
Taglines
N/a
Description
A young farmer in rural Yorkshire numbs his daily frustrations with binge drinking and casual sex, until the arrival of a Romanian migrant worker.
Review
Author: LuckyLinden
The "British Brokeback Mountain" label that follows this film around is really unfair as it sells what is a magical move in its own right (and a stunning feature film directorial debut) really short.
The film is paced so well (I'm a fan of slow, gentle pacing that lets a story unfold; I know others might find it boring), giving us time to really get to know the characters and immerse ourselves in their world so that the plot evolution hits the way its supposed to.
The cast is phenomenal, bringing depth and realism to their performances, it's easy to feel the emotions they feel. The way the film handles intimacy and sexual tension is both sensitive and raw, making the characters' connection feel incredibly authentic.
One thing I really liked is how it does a good job steering clear of typical love story clichés. It's not just a film about rural hardship; it's about the challenge of loving and being loved, especially in a setting where such stories usually end in tragedy. The film has this unique ability to depict the gritty reality of farm life, complete with the mud and the livestock, while simultaneously exploring the complex emotional landscape of its characters.
It's not another BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN and it's not just another "gay love story." It's its own film and it beautifully depicts a relationship filled with hope and fulfillment, challenging the often tragic narratives we see in rural settings.