Touch of Pink

Synopsis:

Alim is a gay man living in London to escape the domineering eye of his conservative Muslim mother, Nuru, back in Canada. Alim keeps his homosexuality secret from his mother, so when she comes for a surprise visit, he and his boyfriend, Giles, must put on a straight facade to hide the truth.

Quick Thoughts:

“Touch of Pink” likely slid through the cracks for many queer film viewers however, it’s one that should not be missed! This queer coming-out film combines many different facets together into a rather enjoyable film. By taking the cultural differences of a Muslim immigrant family, a closeted gay son who’s also given up his faith, and a mother who intervenes in her son’s life, it’s all woven together with perhaps the weirdest element – the reincarnation of Cary Grant! However, it oddly works. This resulting queer coming-out film portrays the awkward ups and downs of coming out as a gay Muslim, with a dash of comedy along the way. I highly suggest you give “Touch of Pink” a watch, especially if you haven’t seen it before.