So I went the preferred route and read the book first, but only because of the movie tie-in cover and my little crush on Tom Cavanagh ever since we used to watch "Ed" when I was little. Surprise surprise, I liked the book and LOVED the movie! I went to see it during it's VERY brief run at the NYU Movie Theatre, and then waited patiently for them to release the DVD in the states. Finally, I broke down and ordered it directly from Canada, which thankfully has the same DVD Region codes as the States.
Most "Gay" movies suffer from crap production quality and/or mediocre acting, but this was spared from both. On top of that, it's genuinely funny and touching. I liked how Eric and Sam are portrayed as an unaffected couple; most long term couples, gay or straight, do not subscribe to the smarmy or constantly bickering stereotypes we usually see in comedies. Noah Bernett makes a character that could easily have been played as annoying, campy, or maudlin, into one that is natural and sweet.
I actually ran into Tom Cavanagh at a Starbucks near Lincoln Center (I <3 NY) just DAYS after I got my copy and told him how much I loved it, to which he was very friendly.
Increasingly, movies and actors from Canada are gaining exposure in the States, and if they're in any way accurate to the actual experience of living there, I'm immigrating to Toronto as soon as I can get a work visa! O Canada!
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Genre | Gay & Lesbian Video |
Format | NTSC |
Contributor | Noah Bernett, Laurie Lynd, Tom Cavanaugh, Ben Shenkman, Graham Greene, Fiona Reid |
Language | English |
Runtime | 1 hour and 35 minutes |
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A touching comedy that tells the story of a very 'straight' gay couple, Eric (Tom Cavanagh), an ex-NHL hockey player-turned-sportscaster and Sam (Ben Shenkman), a lawyer, who end up with temporary custody of recently orphaned Scot, an 11-year-old boy who turns out to be a total sissy.
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- Aspect Ratio : 2.35:1
- Is discontinued by manufacturer : No
- Language : English
- Parcel Dimensions : 18.03 x 13.76 x 1.48 cm; 90.72 Grams
- Director : Laurie Lynd
- Media Format : NTSC
- Run time : 1 hour and 35 minutes
- Release date : March 18 2008
- Actors : Ben Shenkman, Noah Bernett, Graham Greene, Fiona Reid, Tom Cavanaugh
- Subtitles: : English
- ASIN : B00118S6CY
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: #55,228 in Movies & TV Shows (See Top 100 in Movies & TV Shows)
- #73 in LGBT
- #7,121 in Comedy (Movies & TV Shows)
- #37,043 in DVD
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Reviewed in Canada on August 23, 2009
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Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2020
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The movie is comfortable with the awkwardness of the situations. The out-ish couple, the flamboyant kid and the totally non-responsible "sort of" stepdad, all have moments of less than great behavior. Humans being human without the judgmental tone and the remarkable moment of redemption that so many movie have.
The characters plod forward and you get the sense that the will make it but the progress is at a believable pace.
And there is some real humor - with characters saying politically incorrect things that "ring real".
The characters plod forward and you get the sense that the will make it but the progress is at a believable pace.
And there is some real humor - with characters saying politically incorrect things that "ring real".
Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2008
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As a long time collector of contemporary LGBT genre movies, I rate Breakfast With Scott at the top of my list. I have practically worn out my dvd copy!
This movie was screened as a special selection in the 2007 Windsor International Film Festival. The sold out house gave the movie a deserving five minute standing ovation at its conclusion.
Aside from the wonderful message of tolerance, acceptance and adaptability, this gem of a movie will have you - as it had me - in tears of laughter and tears of sorrow. Laurie Lynd's direction of Tom Cavanaugh, Ben Shenkman and,of course,show-stealer - Noah Bernett, is nothing less than magical. I could not agree more with the Globe and Mail's dvd cover endorsement of the movie,"Absolutely Fabulous!"
This movie was screened as a special selection in the 2007 Windsor International Film Festival. The sold out house gave the movie a deserving five minute standing ovation at its conclusion.
Aside from the wonderful message of tolerance, acceptance and adaptability, this gem of a movie will have you - as it had me - in tears of laughter and tears of sorrow. Laurie Lynd's direction of Tom Cavanaugh, Ben Shenkman and,of course,show-stealer - Noah Bernett, is nothing less than magical. I could not agree more with the Globe and Mail's dvd cover endorsement of the movie,"Absolutely Fabulous!"
Reviewed in Canada on May 16, 2009
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This is first and foremost a fun and sweet comedy. Not overly deep or preachy, it still manages to deliver a message of acceptance and inclusion. Noah Bernett gives a great performance as the queeny kid - as a very real person with unusual tastes, not a fag-boy caricature. It's great to see the discomfort on the part of Eric (Tom Cavanagh) and how getting to know this kid affects his own life. It's interesting to note how, even as tolerant and inclusive as Canada is, and as well-adjusted as Eric's character is, his remaining closeted at work is completely beleivable
Reviewed in Canada on January 3, 2020
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Fantastic movie
Reviewed in Canada on January 20, 2013
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A touching and emotionally sophisticated story of a relationship and what brings and keeps people together. I can't recommend this movie enough. Right up there with "Big Eden" and "Bear Cub" (Cachorro). Everything from script to performances to direction is top notch, and the subtext is rich and important.
Reviewed in Canada on January 14, 2020
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I honestly don't understand, it looks almost like its a film taken from a film. Would not purchase from them again.
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2019
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Love this movie
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M. Houck
5.0 out of 5 stars
Funny and heartwarming
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2010Verified Purchase
This movie completely charmed me. I bought it because I'm a sucker for anything Canada/hockey-related, but loved it because of the characters, especially Eric (Tom Cavanagh) and Scot (Noah Bernett).
Eric and Sam (Ben Shenkman) are a happy, low-key gay couple. Eric is an ex-Toronto Maple Leaf tough guy with a new career as a sportscaster, and generally keeps his orientation a secret except from close friends and family. Sam, a lawyer, would be more comfortable being out publicly, but humors Eric. Their lives are turned upside down when they are given temporary guardianship of "Sam's brother's dead ex-girlfriend's son," Scot.
11-year-old Scot is more flamboyant than either of the men, favoring pink sweater vests, charm bracelets, sparkly headbands and singing Christmas carols at the top of his lungs when he's upset.
Eric ends up being the one to (reluctantly) spend more time with Scot, by virtue of having the more flexible work schedule, and his patience is sorely tested. Scot tends to introduce Eric to strangers by saying "This is Eric. He's gay" and twirls in front of mirrors at the mall trying on clothes. Eric, predictably uncomfortable with both his own orientation being known and with Scot's obvious swishiness, still instinctively stands up for Scot.
Tom Cavanagh as Eric is both very funny and sweet, his exasperation with Scot obvious but his affection for the kid growing despite himself. Eric has a few missteps along the way as he tries a little too successfully to mold Scot into something "less gay", but eventually comes around to the viewpoint that Scot--and he himself--should just be true to themselves.
It's nice to see a gay couple portrayed as just...normal. Not dumb stereotypes (Will & Grace) or tragically tormented (Brokeback Mountain) or borderline softcore porn (Queer As Folk), but just a functional family unit going about their lives.
And huge props to the National Hockey League and Toronto Maple Leafs to allow their names and logos to be used in a gay-themed movie. Somehow I doubt we'll be seeing the Yankees or Packers do anything similar any time soon.
Eric and Sam (Ben Shenkman) are a happy, low-key gay couple. Eric is an ex-Toronto Maple Leaf tough guy with a new career as a sportscaster, and generally keeps his orientation a secret except from close friends and family. Sam, a lawyer, would be more comfortable being out publicly, but humors Eric. Their lives are turned upside down when they are given temporary guardianship of "Sam's brother's dead ex-girlfriend's son," Scot.
11-year-old Scot is more flamboyant than either of the men, favoring pink sweater vests, charm bracelets, sparkly headbands and singing Christmas carols at the top of his lungs when he's upset.
Eric ends up being the one to (reluctantly) spend more time with Scot, by virtue of having the more flexible work schedule, and his patience is sorely tested. Scot tends to introduce Eric to strangers by saying "This is Eric. He's gay" and twirls in front of mirrors at the mall trying on clothes. Eric, predictably uncomfortable with both his own orientation being known and with Scot's obvious swishiness, still instinctively stands up for Scot.
Tom Cavanagh as Eric is both very funny and sweet, his exasperation with Scot obvious but his affection for the kid growing despite himself. Eric has a few missteps along the way as he tries a little too successfully to mold Scot into something "less gay", but eventually comes around to the viewpoint that Scot--and he himself--should just be true to themselves.
It's nice to see a gay couple portrayed as just...normal. Not dumb stereotypes (Will & Grace) or tragically tormented (Brokeback Mountain) or borderline softcore porn (Queer As Folk), but just a functional family unit going about their lives.
And huge props to the National Hockey League and Toronto Maple Leafs to allow their names and logos to be used in a gay-themed movie. Somehow I doubt we'll be seeing the Yankees or Packers do anything similar any time soon.
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Rolando A. Perez
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nice Story
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2009Verified Purchase
It is refershing that another country makes the first gay movie with the endorsement of a professional sports team.
Tom Cavanaugh plays Eric, an injured professional hockey player. Sam his lawyer and partner is played by Ben Shenkman. Scot, the orphaned young boy, played by Noah Bernett, is the son of one of Billy (Sam's brother) many girlfriends who dies of a drug overdose and leaves custody of Scot to Billy.
While trying to locate Billy (who happens to be in Brazil), the court dumps custody of Scot to Sam and Eric. Eric is very closeted and masculine about his approach to being gay because he is a sports host on a local TV station. Scot, on the hand, is as effeminated as you can be, emulating the only memory of his mother. Scot disrupts Eric and Sam lives with his funny eccentricities.
The morals of the story are basically that gay parents can be good parents and that you don't need to hide or pretend who you are beacuse that what is the world wants you to be, because deep down inside, everybody knows.
The movie is charming, the kids from Scot's school are lovable (except for the abnoxious kid from across the street, but even with his bigotry, you learn to accept him.) The friends and relatives of Eric and Sam are all understanding and good company. And best of all I love the transformation Eric goes through when Scot comes into his life. Oh yes, Scot is delightful, good acting on all parts.
Tom Cavanaugh plays Eric, an injured professional hockey player. Sam his lawyer and partner is played by Ben Shenkman. Scot, the orphaned young boy, played by Noah Bernett, is the son of one of Billy (Sam's brother) many girlfriends who dies of a drug overdose and leaves custody of Scot to Billy.
While trying to locate Billy (who happens to be in Brazil), the court dumps custody of Scot to Sam and Eric. Eric is very closeted and masculine about his approach to being gay because he is a sports host on a local TV station. Scot, on the hand, is as effeminated as you can be, emulating the only memory of his mother. Scot disrupts Eric and Sam lives with his funny eccentricities.
The morals of the story are basically that gay parents can be good parents and that you don't need to hide or pretend who you are beacuse that what is the world wants you to be, because deep down inside, everybody knows.
The movie is charming, the kids from Scot's school are lovable (except for the abnoxious kid from across the street, but even with his bigotry, you learn to accept him.) The friends and relatives of Eric and Sam are all understanding and good company. And best of all I love the transformation Eric goes through when Scot comes into his life. Oh yes, Scot is delightful, good acting on all parts.
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Mary Ellen
5.0 out of 5 stars
You must watch this!
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2009Verified Purchase
This is a beautiful story that is touching, hilarious, dramatic, and makes us look at things in ways we haven't before. I'm a huge Tom Cavanaugh fan and he is excellent in his role of an ex-hockey player/sportscaster who for seemingly obvious reasons can't come out of the closet. His and his partner's quiet, enjoyable life turns upside down in a sudden turn of events, and watching all of the characters come to grips with it is a lot of fun and has a lot of heart. Serious kudos go out to the kid playing "Scot (with one t)" who is just the most endearing, honest, and open young actor. You seriously do not want this movie to ever end. My mom loved it too (we saw it at a film festival together) and had to have her own copy and it has been watched quite a few times. Every time as wonderful as the first.
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aisforawesome
4.0 out of 5 stars
Cute
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2014Verified Purchase
A very enjoyable film for this genre. I like how it's something you could watch with children or family members and not feel uncomfortable. While it may not win any prestigious mainstream awards, I enjoyed watching this and am glad to have it in my collection.
Tom Cavanagh is adorkable as always.
I feel like this is definitely made for families, or people who are uncomfortable with homosexual couples raising kids, in mind. The title and the breakfasts together in the film seemed like a last minute decision added to get a cutesy name, it wasn't necessarily sucessful at showing a progression of their family relationship...the rest of the storyline took care of that.
Tom Cavanagh is adorkable as always.
I feel like this is definitely made for families, or people who are uncomfortable with homosexual couples raising kids, in mind. The title and the breakfasts together in the film seemed like a last minute decision added to get a cutesy name, it wasn't necessarily sucessful at showing a progression of their family relationship...the rest of the storyline took care of that.
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