CBR

  • Palmer focuses on the relationship between a father and his gender-nonconforming son, Sam. 1 / 8

  • However, Palmer is too tentative to emphatically validate all aspects of Sam's personal struggle. 2 / 8

  • Instead, Sam is characterized as a cherubic boy to be likable to audiences. 3 / 8

  • He's rarely upset by the prejudice he faces from others and his own father. 4 / 8

  • Palmer doesn't delve into Sam's struggles, missing an opportunity to address an important issue. 5 / 8

  • It also glosses over how Palmer goes from enforcing gender roles to embracing his son. 6 / 8

  • Sam's flaws and struggles should have been fleshed out, making a compelling story of acceptance. 7 / 8

  • Authentic representation is important to gender-nonconforming people who are harassed every day. 8 / 8