Capital Games the Movie

SPOILER ALERTS: I loved this movie. I recently re-watched it and was amazed at how well it was done, especially given its limited budget. Some of the supporting cast’s performances were good and some not so good. But the pacing, set design and cohesiveness of the plot were exceptional. The cinematography was stellar, using great aerial and freeway footage of L.A. And the music, much of which I believe was written for the show, was incredible; it really intensified and deepened key scenes like the beach, the car drives (all of them) and the scenes in Steve's bedroom. The two leads were superb and their portrayals are not only passionate but, importantly, ring true to people who have been in this situation. Both Eric and Gregor are incredibly handsome men, in very different ways, and their chemistry and attraction for each other poured off the screen. They both deserve future consideration for meaty, demanding roles. I have to say that the movie was intensely and beautifully erotic, but never slipped into any semblance of pornography or even soft-porn kitsch. The scene with Steve in his officer’s uniform “frisking” Mark against the wall could be studied by novice filmmakers on how to depict explosive sexual tension without the need to bare a lot of skin. And the few subtle scenes of the naked male form lovingly caught both the power and vulnerability of a man’s body and soul. Best, the ending was joyful, as it had to be for these two characters. I note from people who read the novel that this was a pretty faithful interpretation of a great and romantic book. Give this movie a chance. It’s tastefulness, attention to detail (especially in some great music during key scenes) and, most importantly, some great acting by the two leads paint a worthy image of two men deeply in love.

I must tell you that I absolutely loved this DVD. I was stunned to see how beautifully the story came together on screen. This is one of those films that you watch and say, "Wow, that was even better than the fantastic book!" The screenplay was so well adapted, so close to the original and the characters of Mark, Steven, and Jack were very realistically portrayed. I have read the book several times but seeing it on the wide screen is much different. From the opening credits, with a magnificent aerial view of our beautiful California coastline to the closing scenes with our boys faces awash in pleasure and deeply in love, I was captivated by the action. I congratulate the wonderful author, GA Hauser, the cast, and the crew, and the fantastic editing that brought it all to life. I am thrilled to see how others react to this great great film! Bravo, Ms. Hauser. I do believe you have a hit on your hands. 5 stars is not enough for this wonderful film!

I was concerned about this movie because it was not a rental but a purchase. After watching it, I'm glad I bought it. Some viewers critique the technology of the movie, the acting, or the chemistry between the two main characters. Personally, I don't think those viewers have any credentials to be judging any movie on that scale. The bottom line is, did I enjoy it? Yes. Did it intrigue me? Yes. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. It's a feel good gay-themed movie where there isn't a tragic ending. What gay person wouldn't enjoy that? The two main characters are hot and the plot is pretty darn good in my opinion. If you're the type who judge all movies extremely harshly and you think you're the Alfred Hitchcock of modern times, then do not buy this movie. But if you like a good story, hot actors, and good passion with some frontal nudity, you will enjoy this movie. And to the Alfred Hitchcock movie critics, lighten up.

When I was in college, there was an brilliant but eccentric chartacter on campus who was loved by everyone for his candor and honesty. However, when he observed anything that appeared inauthentic on some level, he'd scream repeatedly, "Mass confusion, just mass confusion, honey!" Looking back, he was more than accurate in every account of his keen observations. Capital Games is a film filled with "mass confusion" early on. The story line is clear but the character's motives and initiatives are chaotic and often unsettling. Yet, the extremely attractive, correction:sexy, beautiful, and masculine, male leads are alluring enough to hold your attention to see what eventually happens in this cornucopia of denial, disruption, misleading appearances, and "deception"? Buckle up cause it gets even more chaotic and inauthentic. I did not like the "lost scene" and the scene mechanics when the two leads finally "connect." Something simply did not work, whether it was the suddeness in direction or the director's attempt to creative a visual for a more realistice "first time" for both characters. The acting slips and the dynamics add to the inauthenticity I cited earlier. CG is not a perfect film, but let me get to my point before I lose it. THIS IS THE BEST FILM I HAVE EVER PURCHASED FROM AMAZON. The film is sexy and diverse and pushes all the button, homophobia, racism, bigotry, and family rejection, yet, still though full of contradictions. By the way, why to beautiful men who think they are straight go after the most unattractive women?) As a film with a happy ending it is less predicatble than it is a take-off of scenarios we've all seen before. At least in Sex in the City, Bigg never enetered the church, and I still hold that writer/director ploy sacred. After learning it is a film based on an AG Hauser novel and characters, I still have mixed emotions and strong feelings about women writing about the men who sleep with men experience. On the other hand, I will seek out her work in the future to see if she can remain effective in her authenticity of the angst, stress, and love true to male/male relations. That is a plus for her. Don't miss out, BUY THE DAMNED DVD. If you don't, you'll be sorry and will missed a low, budget independent gem. View with few expectations and come way pleased as I was. In fact, I'm off to tell others and view it again and again.

Correcto

Love characters, love the story, love the outcome. I have no criticisms of this movie, it is light entertainment and it does just that. Homoeroticais the best and the c**K shots great. Great watch.

It was a great movie

Excellent film. Un film qu'il faut voir absolument. Très bon acteur remarquablement bien jouer. Très beau jeune homme, il faut le voir pour le croire. Eric Presnalll vaut le coup d'oeil et Gregor Cosgrove vaut la peine d'être vue. C'est seulement de valeur que l'audio soit pas en français au lieu de sous-titre. merci !!!

Good movie