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"Weekend" is such a quiet, naturalistic romance that it feels almost voyeuristic to watch. It follows Russell and Glen, two men who meet at a club in Nottingham and end up spending a transformative weekend together. What really stuck with me is how raw and unfiltered their connection feels—no sweeping gestures or melodramatic confessions, just long, meandering conversations and all the awkwardness of real attraction. You genuinely feel like you're peeking into someone's actual life rather than watching characters perform.
I loved how the film tackled intimacy, especially those delicate early moments of vulnerability when you’re just getting to know someone. The dialogue is casual but loaded with subtext; the silences feel as heavy as the words. It doesn't shy away from the awkward, sometimes fumbling exchanges that happen when two strangers are figuring each other out. The chemistry between Tom Cullen and Chris New is phenomenal—they make every glance and hesitation count.
There are aspects that might frustrate some viewers, though. The pacing is intentionally slow, almost stubbornly so at times, and there's not much action beyond talking, smoking, and a few walks around rainy city blocks. If you come in expecting plot twists or grand romantic gestures, you won't find them here. It’s all about two lives intersecting for a brief, intense spell, and then diverging just as quietly.
What impressed me visually is how the camera lingers, mostly sticking close to the actors, letting their expressions and tiny gestures tell the story. The cinematography feels both intimate and a little claustrophobic, amplifying those moments of closeness and vulnerability. The muted color palette and unvarnished locations really ground the film in reality—you get a strong sense of place, almost as if the city is the third character here.
You would enjoy this if you’re into stripped-down, dialogue-driven romances that prioritize character over plot—think "Before Sunrise" but with a bit more grit and British understatement. It's perfect for those who appreciate indie films, LGBTQ+ stories told with sensitivity, or anyone longing for a believable, low-key love story.
