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STREAMING ON NETFLIX

posted 13 years ago by eagle79-1
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That's right. This amazing film is streaming (seemingly uncut) on Netflix.

[–] 13 years ago

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[–] dedoc1967 11 years ago

I'm no prude but I was surprised at how graphic the movie was streaming on Netflix. I'm glad it wasn't censored but I sure do hope whoever happens on it knows what they're in for.

BTW, it ends Aug 15 on Netflix streaming.

[–] tminutti2 9 years ago

It's back on Netflix! Enjoy

[–] abinoosh 9 years ago

It's back on Netlix! Enjoy

I enjoyed the artistry and am glad it is streamed uncut, because the comedy and the tragedy are inseparable. A sensuous sex scene was followed by a clinical examination of Frank's anus, and I don't think he was enjoying that. Warts soon followed by hepatitis - his lifestyle had consequences in his health, work life and relationship.

I first saw this in theatrical release. When AIDS struck I wondered if the actor was affected. Although Frank sees his lifestyle as adventurous there is also a strong subtext of addiction. He needs his risky, exciting cruising life but the consequences grow as well. The contrast between the beginning and ending classroom scenes IMO highlighted how the chaos was catching up with him. Though he was true to himself by the end he looked tired, so tired. Settling down cozily with Bernd whom he truly loved was not in the cards and this theme is universal. Their conflict was not about "gay" relationships but all relationships.

It has stood the test of time, IMO.