Film Review – Fire Island

Actor/comedian Joel Kim Booster makes his feature-length screenwriting debut with “Fire Island,” working to craft his own take on a romantic comedy using a subculture few have attempted to capture. The material introduces the audience to the ways of a New York island made famous as a vacation destination for gay men looking to experience excitement and human contact while far removed from their everyday lives. Booster provides a vivid understanding of the ins and outs of the getaway, exploring the area and a large collection of characters in the endeavor, which looks to the works of Jane Austin and ‘90’s cinema as inspiration. When it wants to be, “Fire Island” is very funny, utilizing a talented and game cast to detail the social challenges of meeting new people and staying open to different experiences. There’s heart here too, with Booster looking to celebrate the subgenre, and while he has a sharp take on love and disasters, he’s a little too reliant on formula to connect the dots. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com