"Ma Vie En Rose" in El Bronx! Terrific acting and a story that looks more like a documentary than a fictionalized account. Gripping and moving, Harmony Santana and Morales in particular. Also shows why sometimes a supportive parent is not enough and support like safe schools and organizations like OutProud can be invaluable.
shareGee I wonder why this movie did not get any press coverage (sarcasm). I also wonder why this movie was ignored by A.M.P.A.S. (more sarcasm).
shareWell, it was screened for the first time at Sundance seeking distribution, and it was bought in a 7-figure deal, so I'd say that is a good start! It wasn't ignored by AMPAS - it is not yet eligible for nomination because it did not have a commercial run in an L.A. theater for the obligatory week, and because its debut at Sundance happened after the 12/31/10 eligibility cutoff for this year's Oscars. I read that it's going to Cannes in May, getting a theatrical release in the summer and a video release in the Fall.
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