Best movie of this year hands down!

A Disappointing Continuation

This movie tries so hard to be funny, yet it falls flat every time. Just another example of recycled ideas repackaged with women in an attempt to appeal to a certain audience.

Blistering performances.

I must say up front that I am not particularly a fan of Tab Hunter's films. I've seen a few and must admit he is a very beautiful man but I've never been a fan. Additionally, I am not gay. But despite both of these things, I do recommend you watch this biography as it's entertaining and well worth your time...so keep this in mind when you consider watching this film which recently debuted on Netflix.The film is quite simply the story of actor Tab Hunter's life. It follows his journey as an actor as well as a religious man struggling with being gay. Along the way, you learn that there is much more to him than being a homosexual...and he has what appears to be a happy and full life. Overall, very entertaining and a film that will leave you liking and appreciating this artist much, much more. Very well made and compelling viewing.

Before seeing the film, I had read Mr. Hunter's autobiography 5 or 6 years ago. Unlike the book this film seems to capture not only the essence of a movie star, but the odyssey of a human life with purpose, determination and finding inner love and peace. It's apparent that his friends and colleagues respect the man as well as the celebrity. I highly recommend for anyone who enjoys a life story with a great narrative. I thoroughly liked when the film did not shy away from issues that are topical in today's market, such as the media trying to find a story that is not genuine. One of the best 90 minutes one could spend and learn about show business.

I had the privilege of viewing the uncut version last year with Allan and Tab and I am so completely impressed with the finished and so professionally done final product.I saw it at the Museum of Contemporary Arts in La Jolla several nights ago and once again ( as obviously has been the "norm), Tab and Allan and Jeffrey got a standing ovation. It was interesting to stand outside as the earlier showing people exited and hearing them rave about it. The same thing happened after the showing we watched. They deserve all the kudos they are getting as I was captivated from beginning to end and Tab's narration was so heart warming and truthful . I have known him around 50 yrs and I learned more about him with every sentence . You could just feel the emotion in every word he said. I will never get tired of watching it and will attend the Middleburg, VA Film Festival to watch it again. Can't wait for everyone to see and experience what Tab endured on his way to his current peace and happy life with his soul completely bared . My only disappointment is you never get to see enough of what a truly gifted horseman he really is and was. Loved the whole thing !!

Kudos to director Allan Glaser for expanding this powerful bio-film to include facts about Mr. Hunter's personal life struggles and not focusing entirely on just his Hollywood film career. The result is an entertaining and emotionally touching film about a man who is much deeper than one might assume. His strength of character shines through in his candid discussions about being a heartthrob for teenage girls while living a secret life as a gay man during the 1950s. For the first time Mr. Hunter talks about the father he never knew, his mother's mental illness and his faith in God and the church even after the church seemingly rejected him because of his openness and honesty. Tab Hunter is a survivor and this is one Hollywood story with a happy ending.