Patrik, Age 1.5 (2008)

Thanks for the memories!

Like the great film, it's made with a great deal of visible affection both in front of and behind the camera.

This is a coming of age storyline that you've seen in one form or another for decades. It takes a truly unique voice to make yet another one worth watching.

This movie feels like it was made purely to piss off people who want good shows

Great acting, great story. I loved the complex interactions and the humour. The only part that sucked.... noooooo I don't mean that! Was the whole gardening thing. Waaay on the nose! Tough kid likes to garden. Very cringy! Now for my bad review! This website. What kind of elitist nazi morons wish to tell me how to express myself in writing. Dictating that I should whine like this about them for another 3 lines. Oh dear should I have written the word 3. Well since they are going to review and critique this at there department of culture and literacy standards. I will finish. If I can make it to ten lines. Go ahead and ban me! I won't be using this shite site ever again! Waankers (country specific) Point made!

The best thing about this movie is that it's simply a snapshot of what happens to these characters in the situation. It doesn't have any agenda, it's not trying to make a point, it's not preaching, and yet it accomplishes some of that by simply showing you the reality itself. It's funny and yet heart-tugging without being syrupy or melodramatic. The casting was spot-on, even through the supporting characters. The script is solid, the direction is clear and concise, and the actors bring their best. I am currently looking to find other films the 3 main characters are in, hoping for the same level of quality. I usually hate sub-titled films because you miss the nuances the actors are giving you in both their expressions and their delivery, but it was worth it here. Bravo.

I loved it! The background of the film was a mix between that of Pushing Up Daises and August Rush, the plot was deep and current, and the characters made me laugh and cry. Patrik was an @$$ in the beginning but slowly softened up and so did Sven. And Göran was kind hearted and real. I loved how they evolved over span of the film and how their actions said more then the words they sad. Anyone straight, gay, bi, or lesbian should see this. I laughed out loud at the retort of Göran and Patrik, and cried at the moments od Patrik's baby pics and the separation of Sven and Göran. I wish that all people had the opportunity to watch this because it would open their eyes to problems that still go on today, and soften hearts.

A country notable for its tolerance of homosexuality, gay adoption has been legal in Sweden since 2002. Compared to the UK, where same-sex adoption was legalised in 2005, and Scotland, where the bill only passed in 2009, a film that explores the issue from a more established perspective deserves attention. Originally a play by Michael Druker, the film received a warm reception at LA's Outfest in 2009. Following the media interest and Channel 4's recent documentary about gay millionaires Barrie and Tony Drewitt-Barlow, who have three children through IVF and surrogacy, this is a timely release. Patrik, Age 1.5 ably confronts the controversial subject of same-sex adoption. The film does not shy away from some of the more unpleasant assumptions held against the gay community, undermines preconceptions and underlines some of society's double standards. This may be a tall order, but Patrik, Age 1.5 succeeds and yet remains a gentle, thoughtful and, at times, provocative comedy. What better way to celebrate the legalisation of same-sex adoption in Argentina? SR