Bros star Luke Macfarlane on representing the nuance of gay relationships on the big screen
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
- Canadian actor Luke Macfarlane is the star of Bros, the first gay rom-com released by a major studio. He sat down with Tom Power during the Toronto International Film Festival to talk about the film, representation and his long journey to gaining Hollywood leading man status.
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I've seen him in Hallmark movies. Never knew he was gay. Been seeing him in interviews and he seems like a very humble dude. Best of luck in his new movie.
this is a battle of polite, deep-smoothing voices and everyone won; excellent interview.
Man, what a nice guy. He's humble, and sincere.
What a great down to Earth guy Luke is. I wish him all the best.
I recognized him from his rom coms and i had no idea he was on brothers and sisters! Its great to see someone in the business for so long and not lose their head
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Luke was absolutely delightful in Brothers & Sisters . Fell in love with his portrayal of Aaron in Bro’s
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I’ve been following Luke’s work for years and loved him in Brothers & Sisters, Killjoys and The Night Shift. I hope that this movie makes him even more of a household name and gives him the recognition he deserves.
I loved ‘The Night Shift’! I feel like no one in the world knows about it
@@kparker905 I know what you mean.
Just when you think you cant admire Luke more..... love the interview
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I could cry at how beautiful this interview is
I can feel my heart was melting during watching the interview... Oh..
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In all the other interviews, Billy would be stealing the show. I love that this interview gives Luke a chance to shine.
Great interview; really showcases Luke’s wonderful personality and of course pays tribute to his acting talent. Hope he has a lot more success; love his acting.
Wonderful interview, Luke appears to be the must humble, talented, gorgeous man and his sense of gratitude is a lesson for us all. Cheers~
He's very self-aware and doesn't take anything for granted.
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Great interviewer! Intellectual, reflective, genuinely conversational
This is a Fantastic interview! The interviewer asked great questions , really listened to what Luke said (adding relevant follow-ups) and - most importantly - didn’t interrupt Luke when he was speaking! So kudos to the interviewer.
This was also the best interview with Luke that I’ve come across. I know his work from Hallmark movies, (which helped me get through the pandemic) and I had wondered what he is like as a person since he has played such nice guy/supportive roles. It is such a pleasure to learn that he is really down to earth - and I love that he listens to country. He is right about Garth Brooks as a singer, a person and a family man (comments from another interview).
And last - most important - I’m glad that he gets to be in a romcom as a gay man: both for himself and for all the people still in the closest. The clips for the movie look great so I’m hoping it’s a huge success that really helps his career as well as offering support to closeted gays who live in non-supportive environments. We all need role models to show what is possible.
PS I’m one of the 70 year old heterosexual fans of Luke.
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Brothers and Sisters was recognised but is seemingly now forgotten as a huge leap for representation on prime time American television. It helped alot
Finally Luke having his career resurgence
Lukes voice just melts me
I have loved all the interviews Luke has done alone to talk about Bros. The interviewers have asked great personal questions. Luke has answered the questions honestly. He has been my favorite male lead in Hallmark movies. Hallmark makes him look great. He always has great scripts. He always has great females to work with etc. I am a born again Christian since February 27, 1971. I treat everyone with kindness and respect. I like to share my beliefs.
Born again Christian since 1976. I'm gay and love Hallmark movies too
Yes, I enjoy his solo interviews so much more than those that he did with Billy Eichner - who always hogs the spotlight and who is, frankly, annoying. Luke is so charming and such a breath of fresh air.
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼
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What a nice, practical down to earth bloke. I loves Bros. Loved the performances, loved the story; just loved. Identifying as middle aged Gay myself, it resonated at a deep level for me. Great work, great actor, keep it up "bro"
Totally agree!! This movie, stories, soundtrack and Luke Macfarlane are keeping going round and round in my head after seeing the movie at cinemas last week!
Great interview. It's good to see Luke get this recognition. Thanks for sharing.
The movie was so good. The entire cast was amazing.
Now I’m gonna watch ALL his Hallmark movies so I can fall in love with him over and over; like I did in Brothers and Sisters, and like I did in during this interview. 🥰
Saw Bros last night and loved the movie. 🙏💜🙏
Excellent interview! You both are talented amazing men! ❤🏳️🌈❤
OK, adding to what I already said: Luke is gracious, humble, appreciative, etc. Certainly deserves the accolades he has received.
This has to be the greatest actor on the planet right now. To expose one’s self to the risks of backlash by many people is awesome. Along with me and millions other. You now have our greatest respect!
Man!! You're totally and absolutely correct about the descriptions of him!!! He's all in my mind and there's only him there! Yes! Respecting and admiring! I'll adore and support this man always!!
Thank u for this interview! Luke gives really generous and insightful answers. And the lighting is *chef's kiss*
Dear Jesus, how oh how is this gem of a man (Luke) not married??? Why hasn't some other great gay guy swept Luke off his feet? With every smile, the man breaks hearts. 😘❤🌈
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Bros is hilarious - with depth, yet stays light. Luke's acting is awesome in that.
“I’s not that risky if you don’t have far to fall.” damn bro
Just watched 'Bros' and enjoyed it so much! Hit many notes with me being out in the 80's and beyond! Loved it!
This guy is such a sweetheart, his eyes radiate with kindness.
He is amazing. He deserves everything that’s coming his way.
He's just great! Love him so much...🥰🤩
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Impossible not to fall in love with Luke. What a generous heart! More beautiful even than his luminous face and hot body. He's a true star.
Macfarlane does Canada proud. He is humble, polite and gay. What's not to like?
Luke McFarlane a Canadian star! Love that he is from London Ontario!!
Wow, this interview is awesome. I have been a number one fan of his forever and ths just emphasizes his personality, his kindness, his truth. Keep it going Luke!
I guess they won Oscars because they really acted it well like so natural rather than being natural. It’s an acting award after all.
I want Luke to play a superhero. He already looks like one. Marvel and DC, you know what to do.
amazing amazing amazing amazing interview!
He was why I watched Hallmark movies.🔥🔥⭐️
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@@lukemacfarlane001 a fan since a military movie which name I can’t remember.
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@@lukemacfarlane001 I like you from afar so I can fantasize.🔥🔥
He’s like so stunning and charming.
Wonderful interview--intelligent questions and compelling answers!
Thanks for this post! Luke, Billy, and the entire cast were awesome 👌! The GAY Gone With the Wind! 🏆. Hopefully BROS will clean up at the awards season. 🏆 ✌. 🏳️🌈 . Hey, thumbs up. 😎
Luke is real.
Real beautiful
I like him solo - Billy takes up too much airtime.
So gorgeous. And that voice. 🧡
I watched so much Brothers and Sisters because of him and him coming out then made all the difference in how the Kevin/Scotty storyline was portrayed. It lends it some authenticity - well, as much queer authenticity you can get away with on an ABC show in the mid aughts. He was also absolutely adorable in it as well.
This guy is polite and has high emotional intelligence, the opposite of what I grew with in my house. He turned out great because his family is/was supportive. Unfortunately, some families are toxic (like mine). Glad of his success, nonetheless.
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I love that his last name was Shepherd. I wonder if it was a nod to Mathew Shepherd. ❤
To Luke your a great actor love the Movie and you were good in Brothers & Sisters
I would love to see him play Iceman for Marvel he would be perfect
He's so great, very talented and an every day guy! Loved him in Taking a Shot at Love. 💙
Bros was very relatable as far as personalities dating. I related to Billy’s character. Pretty much accepted that I will end up alone but still trying to meet people. It’s that secretly hopeful romantic energy discussed as cynicism.
Luke is excellent as Aaron in the movie "Bros." Hope this leads to more opportunities for him.
He was here in London and I had no idea :0
He's just an handsome, down to earth, lovely guy. He's genuine. By contrast, Billy Eichner comes across as narcissist, fake and petty.
I love him.
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I hope we get a bros sequel! This movie was amazing!
Luke was perfect, but they should have cast someone else instead of Eichner. Imagine how much better it would be with Adam Sandler or Steve Carrell, etc... in the Eichner role.
Great post 📯. A must see movie 🎥🍿
He lights up the screen 🔥
Ahhhh, loved him for years ❤
I am the cohort just older than Luke. I was dropped by my agency after they found out I was gay. All the casting directors (some of them also gay) were calling asking about my orientation - some to flirt, others to "make sure", as I was hitting some notes that str8 men tend not to in auditions. After a lifetime of hell, from childhood onwards, I said "fuck it" and became a cabaret accompanist (no one cares who the pianist is sleeping with!).
Marketablilty is what it comes down to. In theatre school we are taught to be artists and to mine our own existences for emotion and sense memory. In reality, we are commodities to be sold. It comes down to your face, your body and your voice, and, if you are the "romantic lead" type, your perceived (and, in the eyes of the public, your "attainable" ) sexuality - whether on a poster on your bedroom wall or just in the fantasies of the buying public, is paramount.
I remember the afternoon my agency called me in and sat me down to talk about it. I was told to no longer be seen around the gay part of downtown, or to go to discos or basically have anything resembling a life. I was 25 and had just graduated, moved to the big city after a life growing up on a farm in a remote rural location... here I was FINALLY in a place I could be myself and start exploring adulthood, and being cut off at the knees by my agent and manager. If that happened now, I could sue for discrimination, but those laws were yet to be written in 1989.
I'm glad that Luke was able to break through that barrier. I was not. Am I bitter, Barbara Frum?
Absolutely.
Omg so awesome oh man I love this guy..he represents me as a gay Canadian that's older completely...he really is a dream😍💋👅💪💪💪💕❣❣
an Amazing guy ,loved Kill Joys and jump to watch anything he does ,
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He's 6'2? Wow. Perfect
Wonderful 👍
huge huge huge fan on Luke I warched Brothers and Sisters multiple time just to watch his performance
Loved him since Killjoys.... am hoping Bros is as good as Trick and The Broken Hearts Club.
Saw the film today and am not ashamed to say I cried at the end Can’t wait to preorder the UHD and digital copy!
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Love Hallmark movies! I am a gay man of 65.
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Harry Styles and Timothy Chalamet owe David Bowie and glam rock and alternative musical artists alot but for a generation here and now it's important they do what they do.
I have to agree with Luke when he says he is a six-foot two white guy with a body and masculine face! What a beautiful hunk!
Love him
he said it! Dignity!!!
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Such a great story❤
As soon as I heard London, Ontario, I had to think about the UA-cam channel ‘Not Just Bikes’, always calling that London, ‘fake London’.
I’m glad he’s in the show Platonic. He’s sitcom ready. His face is not well lit in this interview.
This interviewer is hot!! and no doubt about Luke too. 🥰
Billy has his finger on the pulse huh? Well, he’s definitely got his fingers on something that’s for sure. 🤣
🥺What a gem!
Why are you so handsome? My father was a weatherman.
I'm totally turning gay for this wonderful and beautiful human being. 🤤
He is smoking hot. ❤
Let's talk about something deeper than just looks.
He’s so fine
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I would do marry this man.
*so
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Luke is a very likable guy! He seems down to earth and very open. He has a sexy voice!
Hallmark movies are over rated. Mostly are the same story lines where the character gets taken advantage of and falls in love then stands up for themselves and finally sees they are in love. Same thing over and over
Overrated like your self-entitled opinion that has NOTHING to do with the interview. Luke is an outstanding actor.
God his voice O I meant all about him YUMM. Interviewer is adorable too,!!!! 🤪😋
Overrated? They're the subject of constant ridicule for exactly what you said; all being the same thing. If nobody respects them and everyone makes fun of them how can they be overrated?
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Watching this movie in the theater completely alone made the experience even more surreal and when Luke got Monkey Pox at the end of the movie I cried like a baby. I can't wait to rent a copy of this at my local blockbuster video store.
Hahaha 😆
Wonderful.
Great movie! A must see.
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@@lukemacfarlane001 Some of us have been through so much that even something good feels like a setup.
@@robertmdaniels thanks so much for your love and support towards my career ❤️💝
@@lukemacfarlane001 Yes, suspicion changed that I was texting with a hacked account!
I wish you a very merry Christmas, and a joyous new year!
I’m a big fan of Luke’s
It's so sad that the film is such a dismal failure. 22 million to make, and opened at the box office only making around 5 million. It won't ever come close to breaking even. They'll be lucky to find ways to push the revenue up to 7-10 million.
I wonder what went wrong.
I think a better script would have helped...... better dialogue that would make the audience CARE about the characters. And more humor. And better music. And replace Billy Eichner with another actor easier to care about, such as Neil Patrick Harris.
Luke was perfect, but they should have cast someone else instead of Eichner. Imagine how much better it would be with Adam Sandler or Steve Carrell, etc... in the Eichner role.
@@blue3381 Eichner is unbearable to listen to. The film felt like it was his fantasy project in which he gets to have such a beautiful man like Luke chasing him.
They're so polite....ugh Canadians LOL
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It was funny movie
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Augh! He makes me SICK...I'm in love.
🙌👏👏🥰🥰
Necessary
OMG I cried so hard at the end of Bros when Aaron got Monkeypox.
No idea why but he reminds me of Jussie Smollet. Fake AF.
A 42-year-old guy repeatedly saying "dude" is kinda icky.