Meu Melhor Amigo

There is a bit of conflict about whether this is an LGBT film. I think that is a waste of time. The film is simply that two adolescent youths have an ' attraction ' towards each other and the director has decided that the scenario should steer clear of a too obvious sexual contact. I often wonder while watching a film what happens between scenes and it is quite possible that some sort of experimentation takes place and is not shown. Mutual masturbation is the obvious act that comes to mind and at that age it does not necessarily mean ' Gay '. That is my opinion and directors and writers make choices at what to show. To put a label on the youths is useless as this is fiction and dear reviewers create your own in between acts between cuts or blackouts in cinema narratives. Hollywood ' hinted ' for years in films. And in this film there are a few hints, especially when the two look in silence at each other and the way one stares at the buffed half-naked body of the other. Imagine sex if you want to; if not do not and if it is a not then it is not an LGBT film but ' simple ' close friendship. Personally I felt it was full of romance and silent longing. The two main actors were very good in their roles and the film, beautifully made is clearly aimed at those who are not quite sure of their sexual orientation. The slightly repressed atmosphere of the Argentinian background slightly closed in on me, and the Bible is made prominent in the scenario and God, which is not exactly inducive to relaxed emotions between two young male teenagers. This should be shown in schools so as to let the age group it is there for be able to discuss and decide. As for adults make up your own minds but steer clear of being too definitive about it. A tender and fine film not to be missed.