This article will deliver to you our review of the Sublet film. It is about an old-fashioned New York Times writer who meets a laidback younger man.
Sublet – Movie info
John Benjamin Hickey gives a sympathetic performance as Michael Green, a travel columnist visiting Tel Aviv to write a piece for the New York Times. That’s why he sublets an apartment for his five days abroad from a careless young film student Tomer (Niv Nissim), instead of renting a hotel room, to experience the city more like a local. Although the flat is allegedly one of the world’s “sexiest” new neighborhoods, it is a mess. But Michael eventually decides to stay and invites the impoverished Tomer to move back in for his tour guide services.
What follows is less an exploration of Tel Aviv life (though we get a unique sense of the dynamic city) and more an intimate look at the sheer contrast between Tomer, free-spirited 20-something flat-owner, and the restrained and more experienced Michael.
However, beneath Michael’s calm exterior, he’s haunted by a recent tragedy and a current dispute with David (his husband). Namely, the latter wants to expand their family despite a critical underlying issue.
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Meanwhile, Tomer finds himself drawn to Michael’s maturity and intelligence and unexpectedly proves a guiding, protective force that helps Michael take stock of his life in a few short days. Each man’s impact on the other is subtle and credible.
An affecting, beautifully written scene in which Tomer brings Michael to visit his devoted mother is one of the film’s highlights, especially when we find out that there’s a lot than superficial commitment-free spirit hidden in a young Tomer.
Another scene also strokes us—namely, a wildly sexy encounter involving Tomer, Michael, and a dating app hookup.
We loved the movie because it clearly showed us how to accept life changes if we open ourselves a bit. Another thing we liked was Tomer’s personal and emotional growth, although it is difficult to imagine that one can change so drastically in a matter of 5 short days. However, you never know when love strikes you, right?
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Where to watch the Sublet?
You can watch the film on Vudu, Prime Video, HBO Max, or iTunes.
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The review of the Sublet film – final thoughts
On our scale from 1 to 10, we gave the film an eight. Firstly, because of its settings (Tel Aviv). Furthermore, the cultural and generation clash is efficiently presented in the movie. The minus is that the time frame of 5 days is a bit short for such a drastic change. At least in our opinion.
Finally, let’s hear your opinion. Please write it down in the comments below. We’d namely love to read it.
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