E. HIRANO – Japanese/Mexican Painter and Graphic Artist

I have painted since I can remember capturing life on canvas has always been part of my existence. Later in life I found that the human body was the perfect object for the expression of my artistic needs. Experimenting with almost every art form through the years, my work today falls almost exclusively in the visual arts, specifically male erotica being my principal subject. Intimacy is the feeling of being close to someone. It occurs when two people share their emotions, fears and desires, and are able to be emotionally open with one another, genuinely trust one another, and feel able to take the risk of being vulnerable.

The Heart's Invisible Furies - John Boyne (Irish)

A delightful and sometimes tragic epic romp through the course of a man’s life.  It's main character, Cyril Avery, takes you on a literal journey of a lifetime, as his story unfolds in seven year increments, throughout eleven phases of his life.  A sort of coming of age, after realizing he is different, and the often painful repercussions of coming to terms with his sexual attraction to men.  [read review]

Rating: ★★★★★

Maurice (British)

Exquisitely filmed period gay romance drama that is as timeless today as when it first appeared.  Flawless performances that are heart wrenching and true to E.M. Forster’s original novel.  Captivating, moving, and ultimately intriguing of a time when this sort of love was utterly forbidden. [read review]

Rating: ★★★★★