EJ Moreno with a video review of Fire Island…
Many have tried, but Fire Island could be the first great mainstream gay rom-com. The humor and heart work well in this adorable summer love story. Critic EJ Moreno dives into the upcoming Hulu film and explains why this is perfect viewing for Pride Month 2022 and every year after!
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Set in the iconic Pines, Andrew Ahn’s FIRE ISLAND is an unapologetic, modern-day rom-com showcasing a diverse, multicultural examination of queerness and romance. Inspired by the timeless pursuits from Jane Austen’s classic Pride and Prejudice, the story centers around two best friends (Joel Kim Booster and Bowen Yang) who set out to have a legendary summer adventure with the help of cheap rosé and their cadre of eclectic friends.
The cast of FIRE ISLAND includes Joel Kim Booster, Bowen Yang, Margaret Cho, Conrad Ricamora, James Scully, Matt Rogers, Tomas Matos, Torian Miller, Nick Adams, Zane Phillips, Michael Graceffa, Peter Smith, and Bradley Gibson. RuPaul’s Drag Race royalty Peppermint also cameos in the film.
Fire Island is streaming now on Hulu and Disney+.
