The film presents itself as visually appealing, yet unfolds at an unexpectedly sluggish speed, centering around a young gay man who departs his family to find work on an isolated farm, seeking refuge from the intolerance—and physical harm—he encountered previously. The central conflict arises when he arrives and develops a deep infatuation with the proprietor’s son in this rural New Zealand setting. Both Kieran Foster, portraying "Billy," and Luke Thompson as the attractive "Tom" deliver adequate performances; however, it's the film's rhythm and directorial choices that feel aimless and drawn out. The narrative strives to examine the biases and animosity prevalent during that era, but numerous tangential storylines—particularly considering this is rooted in a real-life account—contribute little to what’s fundamentally a romance with an unforeseen conclusion. While the landscapes are stunning and the musical score enhances the cinematography, the overall effect is one of bleakness, conveying a sense of impending misfortune without providing much hope for resolution. It also rains consistently throughout…

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