Call Me By Your Name

With almost a poetic flare that encapsulates the essence of André Aciman‘s novel of the same name, “Call Me By Your Name” begins – and ends – in silence. But it’s the incredible romantic story that unfolds in between that gives power to this queer romance film! We can all recall our first same-sex love; that awkwardness of finding ourselves while also finding out how to build connections with another person. That’s what Elio (Timothée Chalamet) goes through, and what we watch unfold, in the slow building yet sensual connection with Oliver (Armie Hammer). However, it’s the cinematographic elements that really make this story shine on screen. The mix of classical music and pop hits of the 80’s along with the picturesque northern Italy are simply the perfect setting. While this queer romance film ends with a bit of heartache, there is no doubt that “Call Me By Your Name” is a romantic film. Even more importantly, it’s a queer film that every LGBTQ person should watch at least once!