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- 2013
- R
- Virgil Films & Entertainment
- 1 h 20 m
- 2013
- R
- Virgil Films & Entertainment
- 1 h 20 m
Summary Bridegroom tells the emotional journey of Shane and Tom, two young men in a loving and committed relationship that was cut tragically short by a misstep off the side of a roof. The story of what happened after this accidental death - of how people without the legal protections of marriage can find themselves completely shut out and ostra...
Directed By: Linda Bloodworth-Thomason
Written By: Linda Bloodworth-Thomason
- 2013
- R
- Virgil Films & Entertainment
- 1 h 20 m
- 2013
- R
- Virgil Films & Entertainment
- 1 h 20 m
Bridegroom
85
8.6
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Summary Bridegroom tells the emotional journey of Shane and Tom, two young men in a loving and committed relationship that was cut tragically short by a misstep off the side of a roof. The story of what happened after this accidental death - of how people without the legal protections of marriage can find themselves completely shut out and ostra...
Directed By: Linda Bloodworth-Thomason
Written By: Linda Bloodworth-Thomason
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 4 Critic Reviews
85
100% Positive
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0% Mixed
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 4 Critic Reviews
85
100% Positive
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
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Despite the pain, sadness and vast emotional upheaval depicted here, Bridegroom is also a movie filled with hope and passion, dignity and pride, and many stirring pockets of joy.
What Bridegroom celebrates is not simply gay rights; it’s the human spirit.
User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 21 User Ratings
8.6
86% Positive
18 Ratings
18 Ratings
10% Mixed
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
5% Negative
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User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 21 User Ratings
8.6
86% Positive
18 Ratings
18 Ratings
10% Mixed
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
5% Negative
1 Rating
1 Rating
This amazing documentary is at once both life affirming and heart breaking. It tells the story of Tom and Shane who genuinely come across as 'the perfect couple' only to have their idyll **** by a tragic accident. The film traces the now all too familiar story that they, as **** men growing up, suffered at the hands of small town mentalities. Testimonies lovingly articulated by family and friends bear out that their six year relationship really was one that most people would aspire to. Events following the accident appallingly demonstrate how cruel and selfish the actions can be by the people who purport to love us the most, our parents!
The film is a tear jerker of the first order and so the overly saccharine incidental music that creeps in from time to time isn't necessary as all the emotions are right up there on the screen. That said, however, there are some beautiful songs wonderfully integrated throughout which contribute to a film that will make your life all the richer for having seen it.
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This was the most heart-touching documentary I have ever seen in my life. It captures your full attention just the way it starts. Loved the way how the story is narrated after it. I would be lying if I say I did not cry while watching this. I was sad for an entire week thinking how it must feel. Shane is very strong and his courage and strength inspired me very much. For me, Shane is the face of LGBT rights.
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Without forcing the material into facile uplift, Bloodworth-Thomason still edges it into the realm of inspirational, never overplaying the anguish or soft-pedaling the bigotry at the heart of the story.
It may not be balanced or especially sophisticated filmmaking, suffering from a misty-eyed oversimplification of what relationships (gay or straight) actually demand. But for many, it’s precisely the sort of emotional eye-opener needed for young people to find inspiration and naysayers to reconsider their attitudes.
This is the most moving film I've watched in a long time. It was really touching and I'm not sure how I feel about the world after watching it partially inspired, partially saddened, but this film is definitely a conversation starter and a must watch. I wish Shane all the best and this film really captures the turmoil he went through with his partner's death. I hope Tom's parents come to their senses one of these days and realize how shameful their actions pre and post-death were.
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I believe this movie provides a different view for the people who may not believe in **** rights. It allows the viewer to think, "Wow, what if that was my significant other." I enjoyed this movie because it gives a different outlook on love.
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[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
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Production Company
Organica Music Group
Release Date Oct 4, 2013
Duration 1 h 20 m
Rating R
Genres
Tagline A love story, unequaled.
Awards
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
Tribeca Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Inside Out Toronto LGBT Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
