Weekend is a 2011 British romantic drama film, written and directed by Andrew Haigh. The film follows Russell, a gay man living in Nottingham, England, who has a chance encounter with Glen, another gay man, after a night out with his straight friends. Despite their initial plan of just having a one-night stand, they start to develop a deeper connection as they spend more time together over the weekend.
Russell is struggling with his sexuality and the fear of coming out to his family and coworkers, while Glen is more confident in his own skin, but still grappling with his own personal demons. The film explores their relationship and the way in which their different perspectives on life and love affect their future.
As the weekend progresses, Russell and Glen begin to open up about their past experiences and share their hopes and fears for the future. They share intimate moments, both physical and emotional, and their honest conversations lead them to question what they really want from each other and life in general.
The film tackles themes of love, intimacy, identity, and acceptance. It received critical acclaim for its raw and authentic depiction of a same-sex relationship and was praised for its naturalistic direction and performances from the two lead actors, Tom Cullen and Chris New.
Weekend is considered to be a landmark film in the representation of LGBTQ+ characters and relationships in cinema. Its impact on queer cinema has been significant, making it a must-watch film for anyone interested in exploring the complexities and beauty of same-sex love and relationships.