Most definitely worth seeing

Rating: 8/10 (7 January 2018)

This was a very sweet film. Timothée Chalamet was nothing short of amazing. His performance alone--against the backdrop of rural Italy--would make this worth seeing.
I guess it's open to intepretation what the movie is about. Seems to me that Elio is gay but doesn't know it, and Oliver is gay and can't accept it--or at least he can't when he's at home. So the two come together at an opportune time for a brief period and end up with broken hearts when they have to part.
As a gay man, I find the criticism of the "gay sex" aspect amusing as this was about as mild as can be. Seriously, a gay guy having his first gay experience with a closeted gay guy finally able to taste the forbidden fruit should result in far more explosive sex.
Another subtle thing that I didn't see mentioned anywhere. It was clear that this was a European film and not an American one. All the Europeans spoke like 50 languages and spent their time listening to, writing, or transposing music, or reciting poetry, or engaging in other cerebral activities. I get it: Americans are loud, unsophisiticated monoglots lol. I don't necessarily disagree, but the point was made, however subtly.
I'm not one to cry at movies but the last few minutes put me to the test for sure. Again, this actor is amazing.
Very good film, highly recommended. I look forward to seeing Timothée Chalamet in other movies.