Benjamin

Very funny. No real plot, it's a romcom after all.

I hate the trope in film making about LGBT relationships inevitably always being dysfunctional, being transitory or lacking substance and ultimately failing or ending in tragedy. Unfortunately, this falls into this predictable trap subtly; or not so subtly, intimating support and sole validation for the privilege of the heterosexual status quo. The performances by all the leads were solid and tangible, even though the awkward dialogue of the lead protagonist seemed unlikely, so jarred with the flow and became distracting and annoying in his belly gazing narcissism. Despite this there were some cute interludes; the bath scene, perhaps relatable as i was seduced in a bath by my first boyfriend, and some sexy ones; the rough sex experiment with his straight co-star. So, was left ambivalent in the end, as I wanted to like it more, perhaps not perceiving the comedy was crucial, i just felt uncomfortable at points throughout, perhaps that was the point.

This film is highly relatable to people who struggle to know what they want. Romantic relationship is rarely straight forward and this film capture this awkwardness in relationship really well. Great actors in this film too and I hope they will move on to greater things soon.

Sympathectically portraying fear of commitment and amusing unrealistic perceptions of talent. Benjamin's obsessive self centered approach to relationships is contrasted with the gentleness and caring of clearly gifted artist Noah in supporting Benjamin's hopeless search of fame. Touching moments of genuine affection amongst the absurdity of talentless, false wannabes!

Witty, painful, honest. So many starkly relatable characters. The power of sitting in silence with someone you're afraid to love.

I’m glad I decided to buy this rather than rent because it was a joy. There’s gentle art house industry satire where you find yourself with a broad smile and on occasions laughing. The romance is cute, awkward but in a winning way, Colin Morgan‘s character always saying the wrong thing but endearingly. Overall it’s subtly feel-good, not without some harsh or embarrassing moments, but even in those there’s a glint in the eye. A great set of characters too. I’ll be watching again with friends.

I watched this downloaded to my Huawei mobile so image quality comments might be a little misplaced...I thought the film was shot beautifully and knowing/working in London as I do I got a real buzz from watching our capital that I'm missing by CV-19.The pace was very good, I felt occasionally lost BUT later realised that was intentional and very effective.So good image, audio, story, pace and locations that I instantly ordered the DVD (BluRay not available). I'm a Lighting Cameraman and felt proud of those who crafted this romance movie that I'd highly recommend.Keep well, keep safe everyone.

Simon Amstell's semi-autobiographical rom com set in the pretentious Hoxton art scene sparkles with his trademark wit. Colin Morgan as the anxiety-ridden Benjamin captures Amstell's intonation and verbal flow brilliantly. There's great support from Joel Fry as Benjamin's failed comedian best friend and Phenix Broussard as the sweet, genuinely talented young French musician who is the object of Benjamin's love interest. Original songs enhance the atmosphere. Inevitably there are some lulls but the many high points make this a strong recommendation.