One of my favourite films. There's so little dialogue, and yet each scene says SO much. The acting from both Josh & Alex is breathtaking. And the trick with skinning the dead lamb is as old as the hills.
Just a well done love story...it isn't impossible for rough lads to actually be gay, and find love in a situation like they were in...what made me love this film is that it had a happy ending...
I'm so glad you've watched and reacted to this film - it's one of my favourite queer films of all time. Having watched so many queer dramas that ended badly, and being so used to negative tropes, I was expecting a horrible farm accident or a brutal queer bashing at some point - instead, we got the continued focus on Johnny learning to open up and trust someone, thanks to Gheorghe's tenderness (the latter shown beautifully in the way that Gheorghe teaches Johnny that sex can be sensual and gentle, not just rough and rapid, as well as through his concern for the orphaned lamb - including skinning the dead lamb so the ewe will think it's her own baby - which is the first time we ever see Johnny smile in the film). Then there's the quiet, subtle way it's filmed and directed, with every touch choreographed to convey so much emotion; filming sequentially so that we see the slow blossoming of spring to match the characters' own journey; and of course, that most beautiful thing, a happy ending. It's a contemporary queer masterpiece.
When I first saw it, I held my breath until the end. Hell, some of me feared that the nighttime bus scene would reveal that it had only been a dream. We need more happy endings in these films.
I'm so so so happy that you reviewed God's Own Country! This is a beautiful love story & I wish that more people knew about it! I watched it on the day it was released in London & I loved every second of it! It was also so refreshing to go to watch a gay love story that didn't leave me bawling my eyes out as the credits roll at the end.❤♥. Thank you, Luke
Been a long while since I’ve seen this, but if I remember correctly what Gheorghe was saying in the pub was more along the lines of “I want a commitment from you, something deeper” if he was going to stay. But again, tis been a while so I could be well off. Fantastic reaction btw. Such a beautiful film.
John has a chip in his shoulder because of the life he’s been dealt and his escape is alcohol. He won’t let anyone get close to him. When someone tries, he pushes them away. Gheorges has to break down his walls to help John help himself. The rock wall that he never fixed is symbolism of their relationship. Him having sex in the restroom is a way to say they are getting too close and he’s scared, and pushes him away again. To watch his growth into a good, loving human being is wonderful to see. But he never would have gotten there without falling in love with Ghorges. And I believe the old woman was his mother, not his grand mother. It’s so beautiful there, but watching this, I can feel the cold from here! On a personal note, you are so cute! I’m glad I came across your page.
Its very different story wise, Brokeback mountain is more about denial, discovering your sexuality and internalized homophobia. While Gods own country is about discovering love and self-love. Both character already aware of their sexuality from the very beginning. The only denial Josh has is he deny the love and care given by Georghe.
This is one of my favorite films! You should do "A Moment in the Reeds" next. Both of these films came out around the same time as CMBYN, and I think they were lost in the shuffle due to all the hype over that movie. I think "God's Own Country" and "A Moment in the Reeds" are better films. I really enjoy your reaction videos! 👏👏👏
if you thought some of these scenes were cringy, you probably couldn't handle Paris 05:59 Theo & Hugo (2016), if you can get past the meeting the movie turns very sweet about two men falling in love on the streets of Paris in the early morning hours
Please react to 'weekend' its another british gay film, and its brilliant. Released 2011..i definitely would love a reaction to weekend if you liked this film. Could you react to weekend? Please
One of my favourite films. There's so little dialogue, and yet each scene says SO much. The acting from both Josh & Alex is breathtaking. And the trick with skinning the dead lamb is as old as the hills.
Just a well done love story...it isn't impossible for rough lads to actually be gay, and find love in a situation like they were in...what made me love this film is that it had a happy ending...
I'm so glad you've watched and reacted to this film - it's one of my favourite queer films of all time. Having watched so many queer dramas that ended badly, and being so used to negative tropes, I was expecting a horrible farm accident or a brutal queer bashing at some point - instead, we got the continued focus on Johnny learning to open up and trust someone, thanks to Gheorghe's tenderness (the latter shown beautifully in the way that Gheorghe teaches Johnny that sex can be sensual and gentle, not just rough and rapid, as well as through his concern for the orphaned lamb - including skinning the dead lamb so the ewe will think it's her own baby - which is the first time we ever see Johnny smile in the film).
Then there's the quiet, subtle way it's filmed and directed, with every touch choreographed to convey so much emotion; filming sequentially so that we see the slow blossoming of spring to match the characters' own journey; and of course, that most beautiful thing, a happy ending. It's a contemporary queer masterpiece.
When I first saw it, I held my breath until the end. Hell, some of me feared that the nighttime bus scene would reveal that it had only been a dream. We need more happy endings in these films.
Josh O'Connor is an incredible actor.
I'm so so so happy that you reviewed God's Own Country! This is a beautiful love story & I wish that more people knew about it! I watched it on the day it was released in London & I loved every second of it! It was also so refreshing to go to watch a gay love story that didn't leave me bawling my eyes out as the credits roll at the end.❤♥. Thank you, Luke
Georghe *spits on John's cut*
Luke: "It's definitely Yorkshire, innit"
I burst out laughing
shut up!! i didn’t expect you to react to this movie, gods own country is literally one of my top 3 movies of all time!!! new subscriber here btw
Thanks for joining ☺️☺️ it was a banger of a film i can see why it’s in your top 3
Same!
Been a long while since I’ve seen this, but if I remember correctly what Gheorghe was saying in the pub was more along the lines of “I want a commitment from you, something deeper” if he was going to stay. But again, tis been a while so I could be well off.
Fantastic reaction btw. Such a beautiful film.
So good, one of the best movies. I think you’d like Dating Amber too, if you haven’t seen it yet.
So glad you watched this. Its an absolutely sensational film that I am always happy for new folks to find and watch.
I *love* this one, Luke! 💞 Cheers to writer/director Francis Lee.
We need more positive films like this with anupbeat happy ending.
LOVED your reactions. Would love to see you react to the gay, English classic, Maurice (1987).
Such a delightfully pure response. ❤
A jewel. Actors are great... of course, I lost tears... deep suffering, tenderness, love, and a needed good end. Fucking hard life in the ferme!
Loved this movie and loved your reaction even more ! Was expecting you to tear up tho ahah
Love this movie. Simple but true.
i love your videos keep going 💞
John has a chip in his shoulder because of the life he’s been dealt and his escape is alcohol. He won’t let anyone get close to him. When someone tries, he pushes them away. Gheorges has to break down his walls to help John help himself. The rock wall that he never fixed is symbolism of their relationship. Him having sex in the restroom is a way to say they are getting too close and he’s scared, and pushes him away again. To watch his growth into a good, loving human being is wonderful to see. But he never would have gotten there without falling in love with Ghorges. And I believe the old woman was his mother, not his grand mother. It’s so beautiful there, but watching this, I can feel the cold from here!
On a personal note, you are so cute! I’m glad I came across your page.
Nope, grandmother. The dad's mum.
Some people said it was a rip off of broke back mountain but with a happy ending.
Its very different story wise, Brokeback mountain is more about denial, discovering your sexuality and internalized homophobia.
While Gods own country is about discovering love and self-love. Both character already aware of their sexuality from the very beginning. The only denial Josh has is he deny the love and care given by Georghe.
After what Fellow Traveller and All of us stranger did to me, I just had to rewatch this film for a happy ending.
New subscriber here🙋
I like how you reacted to this movie.
I have a recommendation movie for you "Brokeback Mountain"
This is one of my favorite films! You should do "A Moment in the Reeds" next. Both of these films came out around the same time as CMBYN, and I think they were lost in the shuffle due to all the hype over that movie. I think "God's Own Country" and "A Moment in the Reeds" are better films. I really enjoy your reaction videos! 👏👏👏
Yeah cup noodles are supposed to be watery. It’s supposed to be a soup
You should try and track down The Strong Ones, a really really good Chilean queer film.
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if you thought some of these scenes were cringy, you probably couldn't handle Paris 05:59 Theo & Hugo (2016), if you can get past the meeting the movie turns very sweet about two men falling in love on the streets of Paris in the early morning hours
oh btw, i do think God Own Country is much better than that movie "call me by brokeback"
I'm also here to wish you'd watch Brokeback Mountain with us. 💗 I've lost count how many times I've seen it.
Wonderful film..thanks..
Please react to 'weekend' its another british gay film, and its brilliant. Released 2011..i definitely would love a reaction to weekend if you liked this film. Could you react to weekend? Please
The word is Gay not Queer. !
I was about to write the same. So sick and tired of this new woke "queer" nonsense.