In From The Side stars Alexander Lincoln, who previously starred in a movie known as “Everything I Know About Love," as Mark. The movie also features Alexander King, a well-known actor from the popular indie film "Charlotte: The Movie," where he starred as Warren. They embark on a clandestine but unstoppable love affair after their encounter in a gay rugby club.
Film-maker and rugby coach Matt Carter makes a great film about this young love affair between Mark and Warren. At the start of the film, Mark is living the dream life in a luxurious penthouse with himself and his boyfriend. The two of them are in an open relationship but are unhappy with the relationship.
Meanwhile, Mark joins a gay rugby team in London known as the South London Stags. That is where he meets up with Warren, who is also in some sort of situationship with a teammate. It doesn’t take long for the two to start kissing and pinning each other on the bathroom walls.
The movie is filled with scenes of the two trying to keep off each other but failing on all attempts, and how they try to keep everything a secret, considering they are both involved with someone else. Mark and Warren have a passion for each other that is largely driven by the strain in their respective relationships.
Saying that this movie is pure romance, would be doing Matt Carter an injustice. In From The Side involves more than just the love drama between Mark and Warren. The aura and events happening around them also spice up the film.
We get to see the reality of things and challenges on the pitch. We also see the background of the team and how the teammates interact with each other. Their coach is constantly giving them pep talks and training combined with some emotional talk and lessons on showing constraint.
In From the Side also shows how the players consider each other as a family. It goes without saying that Pinkie gave out his best performance as the team comedian. He gave an interesting heartfelt speech on how he used to hate rugby as he was just a young gay boy, as he used to see huge men or even giants charging toward one single medium-sized player, and the thought of it scared him.
The movie gives good lessons and shows us the things that take place on and off the pitch, the physical and emotional struggles of the whole team. The dynamics between personal relationships and team interactions make In From The Side a worthwhile watch.
What public library shelves would this title be on?
In From the Side is perfect for library shelves dealing with LGBTQ relationships. It is also one of the rare LGBTQ films that also doubles as a sports drama.
What academic subjects would this film be suitable for?
The film is suitable for academic subjects dealing with social issues surrounding the LGBTQ community. There are a lot of stereotypes about this community but In From The Side helps debunk some of them.
Does the movie have public performance rights?
In From The Side has Public Performance Rights, and retails at $24.99.