🎬 Good Kisser (2019) – queer film LGBTQ+

🎬 Good Kisser

2019 🎬 Director: Wendy Jo Carlton ⏱️ Duration: 80 minutes (1h 20mi
Cast: 🎭 Main Cast: Karianthony Farrant, Rachel Paulson, Julia Eringer
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🎬 Good Kisser is the awkward, escalating tension of a relationship being put to the ultimate test. The story follows Jenna and her girlfriend Kate, who decide to spice up their two-year relationship by inviting a charismatic stranger, Mia, into their home for a "threesome" date night. However, what was meant to be a fun experiment quickly turns into an emotional battlefield as Jenna begins to realize that Mia and Kate may have a deeper, secret history—or at least a connection that threatens to leave her on the sidelines.

The atmosphere is claustrophobic, seductive, and increasingly uncomfortable. Most of the film takes place within the confines of a stylish apartment, creating a "pressure cooker" environment. The viewer feels Jenna’s growing anxiety and the sting of emotional betrayal as she watches the power dynamics shift between the three women. It is a story about insecurity and the fear of being replaced. Emotionally, the film captures the "cringe-inducing" reality of a date gone wrong, exploring how quickly a romantic fantasy can crumble when real, messy human feelings (and hidden agendas) get in the way.

Did you know? (Czy wiesz, że...)
LGBTQ+ Director: The film was written and directed by Wendy Jo Carlton, a veteran of queer cinema known for Hannah Free and the web series Easy Abby. She is known for her focus on authentic lesbian perspectives and complex female characters.

Family Connections: One of the lead actresses, Rachel Paulson (who plays Kate), is the sister of Emmy-winning actress Sarah Paulson. Rachel has become a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ indie film scene and a popular queer content creator.

Festival Journey: The film had a successful run on the queer festival circuit, premiering at the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) and screening at Frameline and Outfest, where it was praised for its realistic dialogue and tension.

Improvised Feel: While scripted, the film has a raw, naturalistic quality. The director encouraged a sense of "real-time" interaction to make the audience feel like an invisible fourth guest at the increasingly awkward dinner party.

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