Any Day Now
In the 1970s, a gay couple fights a biased legal system to keep custody of the abandoned mentally handicapped teenager that comes to live under their roof.
Director:
Travis Fine
Cast:
Alan Cumming, Garret Dillahunt, Isaac Leyva
Screenplay:
Travis Fine, George Arthur Bloom
Screening Date:
Dec 08, 2012
Excellent | Very Good | Good | Fair | Poor |
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82.6% | 15.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% |
“I am a gay man who came out in the 90’s and have seen the progression of how gay people are perceived in society. This movie brings me back to a different era, but one that can’t be forgotten.”
“Outstanding! Thank you so much John.”
“A love story on many levels. Excellent performances and the juxtaposition of a good and evil in the courtroom.”
“Bravo to Alan Cumming and the folks who made this film. A very moving statement about values vs. the law (justice) and the conflicts that surround changing a culture. I am an educator in a school that celebrates diversity. The film was outstanding, as were all of the actors. Looks like Isaac may indeed have a career!”
“A sensitive portrayal of the real issues of the time period. Alan Cumming masterful as always, Isaac Leyva did a great job for a first time. Garret Dillahunt was excellent too. Actually everyone played their parts well. Thank you Mr. Cumming for attending our class! Loved it!”
“Fabulous! Great guest! So personable and well spoken! Thank you!”
“Alan Cumming is a great guest and a terrific actor! Loved the film.”
“In a season of big Hollywood ‘serious’ Oscar contenders this small little film could outshine each and every one of them. A very moving film that in all probability I would never have seen were it not for MEA. And Alan Cumming as our guest was Christmas and Chanukah for a film fan.”
“Very touching film. Cumming was outstanding in the role.”
“A superb, moving and fine movie. I was very touched. Words cannot suffice to express how deeply moved as was while watching this movie. Thank you to all involved in the making of the movie.”
“Great performances.”
“The love in Alan Cumming’s eyes blew me away.”
“Powerful portrayal of injustice showing the best/worst of humanity. Touching,”
“This was a surprise. One of the best films of the year that was beautifully done. Alan Cumming will certainly get nominations. Great voice.”
“A noble cause that needed better actors in the principal roles.”
“Wonderful, beautiful film.”
(Spoiler alert! If you haven’t seen the film move on.) “I loved it. I thought the way the movie was going that someone would die. But Marco? However, it really worked.”
“The movie, Alan Cumming and the whole cast were superb! Thank you!”
“Wigs and NY accents were a poor choice.”
“Absolutely loved it! I was so engrossed in the movie. Thanks for a moving film, it touched my heart.”
“A terrific, honest, passionate film about a very important topic. I hope in the 34 years since the time depicted, the world has evolved a bit. Mr. Cumming made a charming, intelligent guest.”
“Alan Cumming rules. The film was emotional, but not manipulative. We’ve come a long way, but still have a long way to go.”