...Well, except that it IS one of the recurrent themes in the awkwardly hilarious Excited - a Canadian story about a 37-year-old bachelor searching for lasting love and sexual redemption. His interests lie in a 39-year-old, barren shoe saleswoman - much to the dismay of his grandbaby-obsessed mother.
This movie will really put trivial strife into perspective for you. Sex is important, yes, but is physical insecurity worth putting your happiness at risk? This movie is a real testament to being yourself and the ability we possess to escape the vulnerabilities we impose on ourselves. Growing up we learn to share, avoid acting selfish, and to always think of others. These are all significant lessons, but in trying to achieve these morals we often put our own wants and needs aside, unknowingly endangering our personal happiness for fear of appearing conceited. Someday, you're going to come to a crossroad where you'll be faced with a decision to either continue on this path, or change it - which is exactly the issue illustrated in Excited. When your time comes, will you make the right choice?
Imperative life battles aside, this movie is funny, sweet, and lovable. It explores the dynamics of sexual encounters outside of the main character's struggle, and relationships in general. This would be a great movie to see with your boyfriend/girlfriend/husband/wife, or would be a wonderful conversation starter for an evening with a first date. Grab your tickets and see it Saturday evening, Oct. 2nd at the Eau Claire Cineplex at 7:30PM.
