Tackling the innocence and intrigue that surrounds a young boy who thinks that he might be gay, James is a film full of heart, emotion and confusion. Coming out of Ireland, the film ventures where few have dared to go as it reacts on impulse, creating both a character and a film worth seeing.
Running only 18 minutes, James moves fast through the process of discovering ones sexual desires, forcing the audience to recognize and attribute many factors, while shocking them with others. The outcome is anything but expected; however, in the scheme of things, it is the only conclusion that would have been deemed acceptable.
Directed by Connor Clements, the film is daring and provocative. Yet, for some reason, the film fails to truly inspire, becoming a series of events rather than a story. There are numerous angles and avenues that deserve to be taken and shown; sadly, few are revealed in this film.
