Matthias & Maxime

Matthias & Maxime

Best friends forever.

Directed by Xavier Dolan

Produced by Sons of Manual

2019120 min7.1 / 10

A tender, introspective exploration of how a single moment between lifelong friends unravels certainties and opens pathways to self-discovery and love.

Two childhood best friends are asked to share a kiss for the purposes of a student short film. Soon, a lingering doubt sets in, confronting both men with their preferences, threatening the brotherhood of their social circle, and, eventually, changing their lives.

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  • Is Matthias & Maxime violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is Matthias & Maxime easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Is Matthias & Maxime sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Matthias & Maxime scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Does Matthias & Maxime end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.

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Familiar shape, done well.

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Love72

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