Rerun – Movie Review & Film Summary

The movie begins from Kit's perspective. He is a guest at his friend's wedding. Eame and Thame are getting married. Kit goes on stage to make a short speech, sending his best wishes to the newlyweds. Eame teases him about his relationship status. Even though Kit claims he's single, she jokes and insists he must have a lover.

As Kit scans the crowd, he makes eye contact with Chou. They exchange solemn glances at each other. The two shared a complicated past. They first met in the senior year of university. Both art students discover their mutual love for niche music and agree to see a concert together. Chou is glad he finally has someone to keep him company. Their outing goes well, bringing the friends closer. Kit and Chou almost shared an intimate moment.

That night, Kit and Chou lie in bed together. They discuss their future. Chou expresses his gratitude for finding someone who enjoys the same activities as him. They share similar tastes in music, art, food, and games. Chou plans to hold a solo art exhibition in the future. He asks Kit to be his curator. Kit jokes that his friend jokes appears to be giving a confession. Chou doubles down and wants to initiate a relationship with him. After a thoughtful moment, Kit accepts.

A year later, Kit and Chou are dating. However, there is trouble in paradise. Chou receives a valuable opportunity to host his first art exhibition at a gallery. However, he approached an experienced curator to organize the event. Kit feels betrayed by his boyfriend's decision. The couple has a heated confrontation about what this exhibition means to them. As they exchange words, the couple discovers their love for each other may not be on the same wavelength.

Rerun tells a short gay love story in three parts. The first act depicts the couple's blossoming attraction. The movie tries its best to portray the leads falling in love, albeit it only has several minutes to make the magic happen. As a result, we get an abbreviated version of the relationship. The couple's intimacy is shown through chummy body language. Likewise, their flirtation packs into a few knowing glances. Instead of serving a full-fledged romance, Rerun gives you the express version of the narrative.

Although rushed, Rerun successfully illustrates camaraderie and familiarity between the leads. Several moments tease their intimacy, whether an arm around the shoulder or lying side by side in bed. There's enough suggestiveness to get your imagination flowing. Kit's actor (PP Krit) gives sultry gazes at his partner, amplifying the romantic atmosphere. With that said, the movie focuses on an emotional connection rather than a physical bond. The couple seldom touches and never kisses. The BL content may not seem compelling or convincing for some viewers.

The second act introduces tensions in the romance. However, the conflict seems sudden without build-up. We barely see Kit and Chou settle down as a couple, but they're already feuding in the next scene. The time skip is detrimental because it glosses over too much relationship development. Show us more memories, experiences, and interactions. The characters need a history together to make me feel invested in their love story. Also, I dislike how the movie delivers a crucial plot point through email messages. It isn't an intuitive way to present information to viewers.

The leads have a heated confrontation at the story's climax. PP handles the dramatic exchange skillfully, bringing the same gravitas he demonstrated in I Told Sunset About You. Despite the scene's brevity, he acts with remarkable speed and precision. This talented performer delivers authentic emotions that resonate deeply. He can instantly draw the audience into the intensity, leaving a lasting impact. Furthermore, the movie's moody ambiance carries a cinematic flair. The stylish visuals accentuate the storytelling, from the dim lighting to the symbolic imagery.

Finally, the third act shows the couple reuniting after spending time apart. Absence makes the heart fonder. Kit and Chou have an intimate chat, hinting at the possibility of reconciliation. There's enough ambiguity to make you analyze the dialogue, decipher the expressions, and hope for the best. However, the shift is too jarring. The characters just finished arguing in the previous scene. But now, the story wants to convince us they are back on amicable terms. The relationship swings like a pendulum from one extreme to another, giving me emotional whiplash.

Rerun has positive qualities, including sensitive acting performances and vintage aesthetics. The plot also shows potential, highlighting a couple's epic journey through ups and downs. With more time, this movie may have fleshed out its ideas or ironed out the pacing issues. In its current state, the film doesn't connect with me emotionally. I observe the angsty relationship drama like an indifferent bystander, hardly caring about what happens. Overall, Rerun feels lacklustre. It offers a quick outline of a fascinating story rather than a complete romantic experience.