A Single Man is a 2009 drama film directed by Tom Ford. The movie is based on a novel of the same name by Christopher Isherwood. The film features Colin Firth in the lead role of George Falconer, a gay British college professor living in Los Angeles in the early 1960s. The story follows his struggle to come to terms with the sudden death of his partner, Jim (Matthew Goode).
The movie takes place over the course of a single day, as George navigates through the mundane routines of his life, but is haunted by the memories of Jim. The film explores George's internal conflict as he struggles to find a reason to continue living. As he prepares for his day, George plans to end his life that evening. However, throughout the day, he has several encounters that make him rethink his decision.
These encounters include interactions with his friend Charley (Julianne Moore), who is a former lover, and a student named Kenny (Nicholas Hoult) who develops an unexpected connection with George. Through conversations with Charley and Kenny, George begins to realize that life is worth living even though it can be painful at times.
The movie is beautifully filmed and showcases the talents of Colin Firth, who delivers a powerful and introspective performance as George Falconer. A Single Man is a poignant story about love, loss, and the search for meaning in life. It is a thought-provoking movie that will leave viewers with much to ponder.