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With family-friendly flair, a terrific cast and plenty of heart and soul, writer/director James Vasquez tells the story of a single mother struggling to understand her young sons love of cheerleading, dolls and dresses. Andy Dowd (Carrie Preston) has her hands full. Shes trying to succeed in a new career while properly raising her somewhat rebellious child. With the help of her wandering brother, who has returned home to lend a hand, and her gay neighbor, a 21st-century family unit is assembled. The arrangement suits young Joshua (Lurie Poston) fine, and all is well for him until he insists on joining the cheerleading squad at his Catholic school. Sister Vivian (Tara Karsian) calls Mom in for a chat, and they try to steer the young man toward more manly pursuits, such as wrestling. But that doesnt last long, as Joshua becomes obsessed with one of the teams more butch members and is thrown off the squad. After more agonizing parent-teacher talks, the conclusion is drawn that Joshua would be better off at a different, more gay-friendly school.

This wonderfully spirited entry in the relatively new sub-genre of gay films that adults can enjoy with the kids is cinematic storytelling at its best.

Upplagd i sortimentet: 18 April, 2009