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The emergence of a new sub-genre of queer cinema that focuses on "queer
yearning" is seen in the Australian film "Of an Age." Set in the summer of 1999,
the film depicts the story of a closeted gay teenager, Nikola, who meets Adam,
an openly gay recent uni graduate.
Despite the looming tragedy of Adam leaving for South America the next day,
the two connect on their drive around Melbourne's suburbs, creating an aura of
attraction that adds to the rising urgency of their romance. The film is a
masterful depiction of first love, showcasing the characters' self-discovery and
acceptance.
The performances of Elias Anton and Thom Green are both natural and earnest,
and their chemistry is truly gorgeous. The film is one of the best Australian
films of recent times, and the second half of the film shows how their time
together changed them, making it an unforgettable love story. |
