I am uncertain about my opinion on this film. While the themes of polygamy and complications in gay relationships have been approached with sensitivity in other works, this film unfortunately falls short. Although the central concept could have been intriguing, the execution through its structural and narrative choices reveals several flaws. The primary issue with the film is its rushed and superficial storytelling. The characters lack substance, and the conflicts between them are reduced to superficial exchanges. I will discuss this in more detail in my review. On the bright side, the film is under 50 minutes long.
Paul and Marlon, a couple, are at the heart of the story. The film begins with Marlon introducing the idea of a throuple. He presents poorly thought-out reasons for why such an arrangement would improve their lives, including the notion that a new partner would add excitement to their sex life. Paul reluctantly agrees, and it is later revealed that Paul had cheated on Marlon years ago, creating a rift in their relationship. Marlon meets Jeremy at a club, who expresses an interest in dating both of them. Before long, Jeremy becomes part of their dynamic. Throughout the film, we witness moments of jealousy from both Paul and Marlon when they see Jeremy with another man. Marlon, who is currently unemployed, is also grappling with a midlife crisis. He seeks to party and enjoy life, and his personality quickly becomes unlikable. While Paul and Marlon’s attempt to introduce a third person into their relationship seems to be motivated by a desire to improve their connection, Jeremy soon realizes that love isn’t the driving force behind their decision—it’s the couple’s attempt to fix their fractured relationship.
This film ultimately feels quite shallow. Paul, a workaholic, tries to balance his time between Marlon and Jeremy, who is making an effort to be a good partner to both. Marlon, however, is focused on having fun and appears indifferent to the feelings of his partners. His conversations with Jeremy come across as awkward and uncomfortable. While the film does explore Marlon’s sense of entitlement and his reasoning for acting the way he does, it fails to make him a sympathetic character. As an audience member, it’s difficult to become emotionally invested in any of the characters. By the end, you can’t help but feel sympathy for Jeremy, who is clearly being exploited. Despite the film’s focus on sex, nearly 15 minutes of explicit scenes in a short film felt excessive. There is little exploration of the throuple’s relationship outside the bedroom, and the emotional aspects of their dynamic—beyond the arguments and dissatisfaction—are not explored. As a result, the film lacks any significant impact or meaningful message.
