This is an unusual and hypnotic short film about the relationship between two 18 year old boys in small-town Arkansas. There are few characters and very little dialogue, most of the explanations come from narration by the 2 boys, one of whom is about to leave for college. There is no angst about sexuality, or bullying from other kids. When a teacher asks how long they have been together, Luke simply replies "Forever. We've known each other since we were 4". These are two 'old souls' with a profound, calm and absolute love for each other.
The film is primarily narrated by Luke, who describes himself as a slow learner. He is devoted to the brighter Jonah, and superficially sanguine about his inevitable departure for college. However, in one brief scene we see Luke alone in bed, faced away from the camera, apparently crying.
In a rare piece of narration by Jonah he tells us how he idolises his boyfriend, "I think he's perfect, I would give up everything for him". He describes how some people feel comfortable in one place, while others feel trapped. Superficially this backs up Luke's belief that Jonah will move on to a better life, and outgrow him. But I wonder if the gifted Jonah isn't actually making an oblique reference to a person, and not a place. He tells us, "The grass is always greener, but not for everyone". Is he describing his relationship, and how he could never abandon Luke?
The ending is ambiguous, leaving you to imagine your own conclusion. But I think Jonah has already told us what he will do.
The film is primarily narrated by Luke, who describes himself as a slow learner. He is devoted to the brighter Jonah, and superficially sanguine about his inevitable departure for college. However, in one brief scene we see Luke alone in bed, faced away from the camera, apparently crying.
In a rare piece of narration by Jonah he tells us how he idolises his boyfriend, "I think he's perfect, I would give up everything for him". He describes how some people feel comfortable in one place, while others feel trapped. Superficially this backs up Luke's belief that Jonah will move on to a better life, and outgrow him. But I wonder if the gifted Jonah isn't actually making an oblique reference to a person, and not a place. He tells us, "The grass is always greener, but not for everyone". Is he describing his relationship, and how he could never abandon Luke?
The ending is ambiguous, leaving you to imagine your own conclusion. But I think Jonah has already told us what he will do.