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Dec. 12, 2024

Shared Rooms: A Queer Cinema Catchup & Queer Film Reviews Review

In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Allison and Joe are joined by Michael of Queer Film Reviews to discuss the 2016 holiday ensemble film 'Shared Rooms.' Together they delve into the film's seemingly separate storylines involving LGBTQ+ characters navigating the holiday season.


Edited by Guram Gogichaishvili


00:20 Queer Film Reviews Intro

01:18 'Shared Rooms'

02:00 Plot Breakdown: Cal and Laslo

02:39 Plot Breakdown: Sid and Gray

03:19 Plot Breakdown: Julian and Dylan

04:11 Ensemble Film Dynamics

05:12 Rob Williams' Directorial Style

07:01 Technical Difficulties and Banter

07:58 Comparing Queer Holiday Films

11:20 Realism vs. Fantasy in 'Shared Rooms'

14:23 The Nudist Element

20:19 The Kidnapping Backstory

25:47 The Christmas Miracle

26:50 Roommate Dynamics

35:49 Budget Constraints and Cinematography

51:25 Cultural Differences and Traditions

01:03:30 Where to Watch and Final Thoughts



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