Sunday, September 11, 2011

Queer As Folk: The Complete Collection DVD Review




Its not always easy being yourself and no one knows that better than the characters in Queer as Folk.  This fun loving series follows the antics of three gay men as they discover love and friendship.  While coming to terms with their sexuality they create life long friendships and have lots of interesting adventures along the way. The characters are endearing and funny and will leave your laughing until there are tears in your eyes. Here is a little more information on the show.

The original UK television phenomenon that inspired the American remake, this groundbreaking, award-winning series celebrates gay culture—openly, often hilariously, and with no apologies. Aidan Gillen (The Wire), Craig Kelly (Titanic), and Charlie Hunnam (Sons of Anarchy) star. Seen on the Ovation channel. “Compelling”—New York Times. 6 episodes, 5 ¾ hrs (plus 2 hrs of bonus material), 3 DVDs, SDH. Mature audiences.

Disc 1: Series 1
Episode 1
Lifelong best friends Vince Tyler and Stuart Alan Jones regularly prowl Manchester’s gay clubs looking for love—or just a good time. One night, Stuart picks up 15-year-old Nathan for a tryst and unintentionally becomes entangled in the boy’s life.
Episode 2
Vince’s flamboyant friend Alexander comes to visit, and Phil’s encounter with a man on Canal Street has tragic results. Meanwhile, Nathan’s mother questions his sexual orientation, and he reacts badly.
Disc 2: Series 1
Episode 3
When Cameron asks Vince out to dinner, Vince awkwardly attempts to navigate the dating scene. Stuart learns that his parents plan to divorce, inspiring him to try to reunite Nathan with his family. Cameron confronts Stuart about his treatment of Vince.
Episode 4
At Vince’s 30th birthday party, Stuart finally goes one step too far and infuriates Vince. Stuart also conspires to expose Romey’s fraudulent marriage to the authorities. Nathan reluctantly moves back home, and Vince makes an important decision about his love life.
Disc 3: Series 2
Episode 1
A family wedding brings Stuart and Vince’s feelings for each other to the fore. Meanwhile, Vince is up for a promotion at work, Nathan returns from London, and Stuart’s nephew attempts to blackmail him.
Episode 2
Nathan stands up for himself at school, and Hazel and Bernard fight dirty to win Vince the promotion. Stuart takes drastic measures against Alexander’s parents, causing a rift with Vince. Dissatisfied with the Manchester scene, Stuart contemplates moving to London.
DVD Extras:
• Deleted and extended scenes with commentary
• “What the Folk…?” featurette
• U.K. television show interviews
• Behind-the-scenes interviews
• U.K. trailers for Series 2
• Photo galleries
• Booklet with notes by series creator and writer Russell T. Davies


If you are interested in checking out the Queer As Folk: The Complete Collection for yourself, it is available at Acorn Media starting on September 27th for the low price of $49.99. Check it out today and get immersed in a great series humor, love and self accepteance. You won't be disappointed.



***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expres

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