True Love

This gay anthology of seven short films is probably one of the best I've seen. Much better than most of the BOYS LIFE series (except possibly #5) and MEN'S SHORTS. The reason for this probably has to do with the fact that all seven films were written and directed by the same person. Despite that, the stories are varied in tone and style enough to provide different aspects of gay male life. "A Christmas Story" looks as if shot on Super 8 film circa 1969, recounting a boy's first feelings of being different. Older gays, however, seem to get slightly shorter shrift with the perfunctory "Sunday" which feels tacked on and a bit out of place. The films are filled with remarkably fresh performances and the writing is lean enough to allow for some quality acting throughout. The only slight drawback is the title and promotion of the film, which recalls the "True Romance" novels of yore. This film is not just about love, but about life - and well worth seeing.

I found this to be a rather disappointing, inconsistent combination of seven shorts. In fact, it might have been better titled, Inconsistencies of Love or Misconceptions of Love as opposed to True Love.

The only example of 'true love' is the short, Sunday which is actually out of place in this collection which is supposedly about growing up and coming out. (It features an older couple.)

I found History a little offense and irresponsible storytelling suggesting a negative stereotype of the young gay experience, or is it? The saving grace of this collection is A Little Drama. Simple, sweet and memorable.

Overall, the acting is pretty poor. Or, the actors were directed poorly. In either case, the acting leaves a lot to be desired.

I guess you could say the writer (Saul) gives seven examples of gay life that contain some truth in each-- but not true love.

Here is my one-word review ... Horrible.

Okay so IMDb won't let you leave a one-word review, so I'll try to be succinct at least. Terrible writing, abhorrent acting save possibly those who did not speak, and obviously and Ed Wood style directive approach. (Cut, print, next act)

There was absolutely nothing new in these plots. It also seems to be a close-knit group of West Hollywood friends who got together and were taught their skills over brunch. My guess is they pick out some young guys and told them they were going to be in a "Hollywood movie."

Shame. Or in Colonel Walter E. Kurtz last words, "The horror … the horror …"

Of the gay shorts genre hanging around these days, this one is by far the most well directed and beautifully written shorts I have seen. Each short represents a snap shot of gay life; growing up, growing old, and falling in & out of love. Although, the title "True Love" may not fully speak for the wide spectrum of perspectives in gay life shown in the 7 shorts, it does represent what each short's character was trying to find. Kudos especially to the shorts "History" and "He Was Perfect". Both well written, directed, and performed. If you are looking for shorts with gratuitous nudity or sex, this is not the film to check out. But if you are looking for a film that explores an array of gay issues without being an After-school special, this is the film for you. Michael Saul is definitely one to watch over the coming years.

Just saw it and it's well written, filmed and acted. Special mention to the films hot young star Cameron Northey, He Was Perfect, who turns in a remarkably poignant and disturbingly flawless performance! It shows how talented this young star is to pull you and your sympathies into the world of his character, seemingly a innocent and confused individual, only to shock you with a realization that he is not 'the lovely flower but the venomous snake beneath.' Terrific love scene that no doubt will garner a warm reaction from this movies target audience. Another stand out scene is History which was showcases especially wonderful dialogue. This one's a must see!