Drama,Romance,Comedy
United States of America
Beginners is a 2010 American romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Mike Mills. The film stars Ewan McGregor, Christopher Plummer, Mélanie Laurent, Goran Višnjić, and Cosmo. The story is based on Mike Mills' own life, as his father came out as gay at the age of 75, five years before his death.
The film is told through a series of interconnected flashbacks and flash-forwards. In the present day, we meet Oliver, a Los Angeles-based graphic artist, who meets the unpredictable and free-spirited Anna at a party. As they embark on a relationship, Oliver is still grieving the loss of his father, who recently passed away from cancer.
Through a series of flashbacks, we see Oliver reflecting on his childhood and his complicated relationship with his father, Hal. Hal, who was a successful museum curator, came out as gay after his wife's death. He started living a new life filled with joy, passion, and optimism. He even found love with a much younger man named Andy.
As Oliver comes to terms with his father's secret life and his own attraction to Anna, he starts to understand the complex nature of love and the importance of living life to the fullest.
The film received critical acclaim for its poignant and honest portrayal of love, loss, and self-discovery. Christopher Plummer won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Hal, becoming the oldest actor to ever win the award at age 82.
Overall, Beginners is a heartfelt and touching film that celebrates the complexities of life and the power of love.
