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Summary: Nice try...poor results
Review: This was a nice effort to make a lesbian romantic comedy wherein the issue of sexuality is not front and center. Unfortunately, writer/director/star Helen Lesnick just isn't talented enough to make it happen. First, her ungracious direction makes sure that she is the center of every scene, and her ungracious writing ensures that she is also the smartest an wittiest character in every scene. Whether a sop to vanity or just an ill-advised move, Lesnick makes her character 34 when she appears possibly two decades older (in many scenes she looks even older than the actress playing her mother).
This wouldn't be so bad if the writing were sharp and incisive, but instead it is leaden and rife with cliches. Beyond her character most of the rest of the cast are ciphers--most notably the new girlfriend who proposes and converts to Judaism for her.
I think that gay/lesbian-friendly movies that simply tell a good story and don't attempt to impart a message are a great idea and can be fun and entertaining. Unfortunately, they, like mainstream movies need talented people to make them. Lesnick, alas, things her credentials as a lesbian can overcome this deficiency. Alas, they cannot.
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Summary: way too long and kind of boring...
Review: Four words: don't waste your time.
I was not impressed with this movie. The characters seemed rather bland and you could tell the actors just memorized their lines without putting any life into it at all.
The story was okay, but not very interesting. I was just waiting for it to end.
I'm not sure why it got good reviews on here, but that's what made me want to see it. Now I want the 100 minutes back so I could do something more fun...like watch paint dry.
Rating:
Summary: BAD BAD BAD
Review: I bought this movie based on the reviews it was given by people who had seen it. BIG MISTAKE, I have to say that this is the worst film I have EVER seen. The actress playing the lead was supposed to be 35 ( 45 is closer, im being kind here) she appeared to be the same age as the actor playing her mother. I know it will appear I am being shallow but I watch a movie to escape for an hour and a half, the lead actor was not the least bit attractive (again I am being kind). The actual story was really good but it was so unbelieveable. The new and ex girlfriend were both attractive women (minus the wig) who in reality would not have been fighting over the lead but sleeping with each other. On the whole I was VERY VERY disappointed and shall off load this movie as soon as possible or maybe just burn it.
THIS MOVIE DESERVES NO STARS.
Rating: 
Summary: #1 For a Reason Great Film
Review: I thought I'd give DVDs for xmas gifts this year...So I went looking...Had to find a good lesbian flick for my friends...The number one lesbian film in the country this year on DVD was A Family Affair...so could I trust other women who bought it before me? Was it as good as people said it was? Did the film festivals that named it best picture (on the cover) make the right choice? Was a high Amazon rating correct? The answer is:
YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES!!!!!! (hey and I do not say yes easily:) A Family Affair is finally a lesbian film that knows something about script writing and acting. This was a hilarious film combined with some ultra sexy actresses (who could act) and a story that had you wishing the film was three hours so you spend more time with the characters. You won't see those dreaded stereotypes or dull angst ridden girls or coming out issues...These girls have arrived and you are lucky get to enter their lives for two hours.The story is a well done take on a love torn girl, making her mind up between ex and current gf and learning about herself in the process. This is a fabulous film. The dinner scene of the girlfriends is a highlight. And if you read lesbian mags, like Curve, Girlfriends, you'll know this filmaking group that made A Family Affair has a new film coming out next year!!! A drama mixed with erotica, Now I know what I am buying for Christmas 2005! Can you say "INESCAPABLE"!!!!
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Summary: Film Making Nirvana
Review: A Family Affair is without a doubt my favorite lesbian film in recent years. It is not only a "great lesbian" film but a very well made movie that anyone can appreciate. Understand this is a low budget film compared to what is in your local multi plex, but the films script and acting shines, and shines brightly. This is a film about the romantic webs we weave and the sexy and sometimes comic conclusions of our acts. The story about a girl torn between two lovers is classic. And done so well it is refreshing. This is not like the gay films of the past, there is no "finding oneself" or dialogue that makes you want to scream "shut up already, and do something" A Family Affair is a treat,it is a film that talks on our level, no stereotypes just believable characters. All lesbians should see it just to be able to look at the screen and find yourself in one or more of the characters. I read in Curve the writer/director, Ms. Lesnick is coming out with a new film in 2004, an erotic drama...Can't Wait!!
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Summary: Straight to the point...This film is worth seeing and buying
Review: A Family Affair is a film about love, sex, romance, and the drama that can develop, but it is drama while your laughing. As a straight girl I was not sure if this film would be for me. It was, and I have to say it is one of my favorites I have seen this year. I love the characters of Christine and Reggie, the girls fighting over the affections of Rachel...Well honestly, I'd let those two fight over me any day. I especially like the dialogue between these two during the dinner scene, priceless. So straight or gay see this film it will leave you smiling and wanting more from these filmakers.
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Summary: LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT
Review: A FAMILY AFFAIR...I LOVED IT!!!!
WHAT A WONDERFUL FUNNY AND SEXY LESBIAN MOVIE!!
FIRST OF ITS KIND IN MY BOOK ACTUALLY INTELLIGENTLY WRITTEN!!
ACTORS CAN ACT AND STORY IS ONE EVERYONE CAN UNDERSTAND THE DREADED LOVE TRAINGLE BETWEEN YOUR EX AND YOUR NEW LOVE!!! AND THE SEX SCENES ARE WELL DONE!!! ANOTHER ACCOMPLISHMENT!!
THIS IS THE KIND OF LESBIAN MOVIE I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR WHILE I WATCH THE POORLY MADE FILMS THAT HOLD US ALL PRISONER DUE TO LACK OF GOOD FILMAKING, WELL THIS IS SUPER!! BUY IT, BUY 2 GIVE ONE TO A FRIEND AND WATCH IT WITH SOMEONE YOU LOVE OR WANT TO LOVE SOON!!!!!
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Summary: Purrfect Lesbian Romantic Comedy
Review: A Family Affair is going right to the top of my list. I loved the story of a girl who leaves the east coast and her ex behind and travels west to find what appears to be a happy ending in a new girlfriend only to have the ex come west attempting to get her back. A love triangle but really a struggle of one. I felt I really knew the characters as the movie's story rang so true for romance a little drama a little humor ingredients for a purrfect flick.
Rating:
Summary: Very Bad
Review: I should have rented this DVD before buying it. This movie was painful to watch. The lead who is also the director and writer overacted to a fault. The cast was mismatched and other than a couple of moments that went by quickly, I laughed only due to the lack of quality. Even for a [wierd] film this is substandard. It is overly dramatic, awkward, and self indulgent. I advise anyone interested in this film to rent it first before you think of buying it. This way you can save your money.
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Summary: A Lesbian Film I Really Like
Review: Just hearing the words lesbian film can scare a movie lover. Thoughts of poor acting and camera work, stories that are stilted and characters who almost suffer more than the audience themselves..But you watch them cause there is not much out there that is good.Finally that has all changed. A Family Affair is a great independent movie. It is a lesbian film that anyone can enjoy. It is well written, and has quality actors. The story line is one everyone can relate too who has ever been in love or torn between two girls. It has a requisite sex scene that is not only well shot but, lets just say a very good date movie.
Can't wait to see the next film due out in 2004, read about it in Curve Magazine, an Erotic Drama, INESCAPABLE - Finally!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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