I'm studying Judaism right now and last night at the Tucson Jewish Film Festival I was able to view Eyes Wide Open directed by Haim Tabakman and written by Merav Doster. I completely recommend it, unfortunately it only played last night, but see it some how.
After the viewing there was an open discussion about the film. This film mixes religion and homosexuality which made me a little nervous about the discourse. Refreshingly Tucson amazed me with open and honest comments, and a peaceful conclusion.
As I was leaving I listened in on a conversation between an elderly couple. Generally they seemed to really enjoy the film, and seemed to be taking something away from it. I felt their sincerity of understanding both sides of the story, and it seemed as though they see that there's such a thin glass barrier (how I view it) of an argument against homosexuality from conservative religion.
From the film I take away something that I already knew, that there is/can be coexistence between religion and homosexuality. That something that is supposed to be fulfilling shouldn't suppress and kill ones truth. I hope this film can send that message to others.
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