Queer movie review

Queer is one of those standout movies you only see every once in a while, directed by Luca Guadagnino this movie is an adaptation of William S. Burroughs' semi-autobiographical novel, offering a raw and evocative portrayal of a man's descent into obsession and addiction. Queer is set in the 1950s in Mexico City and follows a gay, American writer, William “Bill” Lee (Daniel Craig) and his complicated relationship with a much younger man named Eugene Allerton (Drew Starkey). 

This film has an incredibly surreal and almost otherworldly quality although I struggle to pinpoint exactly why it does. Although I expect it has something to do with the blending of modern elements like the soundtrack and the more period accurate sets that give this movie a feeling of being out of time. These stylistic choices absolutely help enhance the surreal quality of Queer bringing the viewers into the fragmented psyche of the characters. 

Daniel Craig is one of the movie's most striking features and this is unanimously agreed upon among critics. Screen Rant says it was some of his “best career work” and the New York Times says that the character of Lee is “played with sensitivity and predatory heat by Daniel Craig”. In my opinion, Daniel Craig's performance is, captivating, mesmerising and entirely moving this film simply would not be the same without him, his performance as Bill is almost entirely without flaw.  

In conclusion, "Queer" is a provocative and thought-provoking film that challenges conventional storytelling. Its exploration of obsession, identity, and the human condition, coupled with Guadagnino's distinctive direction and Craig's exceptional performance, makes it a standout piece in LGBTQ+ cinema one you should absolutely watch.