From the witty, whimsical mind of acclaimed writer Paul Rudnick (In & Out, Addams Family Values) and celebrated stage director Christopher Ashley comes a hilarious, star-studded, boy-meets-boy romantic comedy! Steven W... more »eber, Patrick Stewart, Michael T. Weiss, Bryan Batt, OscarÂ(r) nominee* Sigourney Weaver, Golden GlobeÂ(r) nominee** Nathan Lane and OscarÂ(r) winner*** Olympia Dukakis star in this "warm and humorous exploration of all-too-human relationships" (Boxoffice) in the age of AIDS. Disenchanted with the not-so-romantic side of safesex, sweet, single and obsessive Jeffrey (Weber) vows to become completely celibate! No sooner has he sworn off sex than he meets hunky, sensitive Steve (Weiss). But just as passion starts to ignite,Steve reveals some earth-shattering information, leaving Jeffrey to choose between losing the man of his dreamsor taking a risk on what just might be true love!« less
Sharon F. (Shar) from AVON PARK, FL Reviewed on 7/11/2024...
A funny, light-hearted, and sad look at a gay man during the scare of AIDS. FYI...This movie was made when it was OK to make fun of gays.
Jennifer C. from RODNEY, MI Reviewed on 10/6/2009...
It's hard to remember today the feeling of panic in the air about HIV and the AIDS virus that was endemic when this movie was made. But perhaps watching this movie and trying to get a sense of that fear again would be good for today's generation, who have been lulled into complacency and are again participating in high risk activities that could lead to a new surge in the disease.
That said, the real reason to watch this movie is Patrick Stewart as a swishy interior designer. If everything else in this movie failed (which it doesn't), his character alone would still make it worth watching.
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Movie Reviews
Enthusiastic If Not Gay
Paul S. Cilwa | Mesa, AZ United States | 04/20/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The professional reviewer missed the main point of Jeffrey's dilemma. He's not so afraid of getting AIDS; he's afraid of falling in love with a man who then dies of it. Most people figure a 50% chance of dying before their spouse; but taking on a person with a known, fatal disease throws those odds way out of kilter and creates a desperate, poignant situation.
Steve Weber is no gayer than George Bush but he certainly is an enthusiastic kisser. This was the first film I saw Michael Weiss in and he totally had me convinced he was gay. I knew Patrick Stewart isn't, but his performance is dead on.
Overall, a very funny movie with a big, big heart."
Great movie - Very Funny and Romantic too!
E. Karas | Chicago IL | 12/04/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I laughed at some of the negative reviews posted on here for this movie. This is a Paul Rudnik movie - He wrote "In & Out" "Adams Family Values" etc - this is not supposed to be "Longtime Companion" kids!He tackles these topics from a "Neil Simon" point of view. Meaning wisecracks leading to the serious subjects. This is a COMEDY first and second tackles the issues of intimacy in the age of AIDS. The performances are wonderful. Especially Patrick Stewart who should have been nominated for an Oscar. Steven Weber is adorable and Michal T Weiss is so hot he almost melts the film.I highly recommend this very funny movie with a point. Plus I like romantic movies about ADULT gay men. You hardly see them. It's always a coming out story about young boys. That was done in an excellent way with 'beautiful thing' but move on gay filmmakers. Adult men deserve their love stories too."
Brilliant, hilarious, witty - MUST SEE
E. Karas | 03/14/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This offbeat comedy about the trials of life as a single gay man will have you laughing until it hurts, whether or not you're part of the gay scene. Side-splitting daydream sequences in Jeffrey's mind give the entire thing a surreal feel, and Patrick Steward (Star Trek TNG's Captain Picard) as a lisping, leopard-skin-clad interior decorator is a sight that nobody should miss. Cleverly written, well choreographed, fast-paced, light-hearted, and very, very, VERY funny. Homofiles and homophobes alike should watch this movie."
Funny, sexy and sensitive
Lisa Gardner | Indiana, USA | 05/28/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Don't let the gay storyline keep you from seeing this video. Although a couple scenes may be too graphic for some, the humor in the opening scenes helps get almost any viewer involoved in the story, which, by the end of the movie, will have you rooting for Jeffrey and Steve. And several of the scenes do appeal to the female viewers. Jeffrey (Steven Weber) is confused and afraid when having to deal with AIDS on a personal level, and Steve (Michael T. Weiss) is lonely and angry, and craves the meaningful relationship we all want and deserve. The well-known cast is impressive, and deserves a round of applause for making us all more aware of the devastating affects of the AIDS crisis on human relationships, and for reminding us that being HIV+ does not make a person any less of a person."
Frightfully Funny And Certainly Gay! (Happy)
Lorenzo M. in the Hollywood CA Area | North Hollywood, CA USA | 06/21/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Do you remember when Gay meant "Happy"? Well the Gay and Lesbian community has taken a lot of comic slaps and personal tragedy over the last 20 years. Jeffery is a good example of how, with all the problems, threats and diseases, we can all be kind and learn to see the humor in life.Jeffrey was a Broadway play that went to the big screen with a low budget. Really low budget. All the actors in here came together for basic "scale" for payment to convey the message of hope and love in a world of fear and hate.The cast is to large to mention everyone, but stand-out performances are as follows - Patrick Stewart, Kathy Najimy, Olympia Dukaksa, Sigorny Weaver and with all that has been going on with the Catholic Church theses days, a performance by Nathan Lane that will have you in tears.Keep in mind this movie is blunt, direct and holds no punches. It's a comedy about love, life and Aides. A really refreshing point of view and you'll love it."