# Holding the Man (2015)

> A deeply tender Australian love story follows two men whose lifelong bond is tested by prejudice, separation, and the AIDS crisis.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/215907

## Facts

- Runtime: 128 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Neil Armfield
- Cast: Ryan Corr, Craig Stott, Guy Pearce, Sarah Snook, Anthony LaPaglia, Geoffrey Rush, Camilla Ah Kin, Kerry Fox
- TMDB rating: 7.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3671542/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: tender, melancholic, sincere, quiet evening, date night

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of love's endurance against all odds.

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