Patrik 1,5Sweden / 2008 / 103 mins / drama-comedy In Swedish with English subtitles Directed by Ella Limhagen Gran and Sven, a gay couple thinking they are adopting a 15-month-old baby boy, end up the foster parents of a problem 15-year-old boasting a belligerent attitude. Writer-director Ella Lemhagen tackles lots of issues but, through clever characterization, finds the heart in what might have been just another study in political correctness. (adult themes) Contemporary Arts Alliance wishes to acknowledge the partnership of Andrea Krauss at Here Films! in presenting Patrik 1,5. Preceded by  The IslandTrevor Anderson / Canada / 2009 / 6 mins The filmmaker considers, with the help of animation, a piece of fan mail he received. A humorous and personal--not to mention humorous--response to homophobia.
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