Director's Affair Strains Marriage in New Queer Drama

Ira Sachs' new film "Passages" explores a love triangle between a narcissistic director, his husband, and his young mistress.
The movie examines the impact of fleeting affairs on permanent relationships and features strong performances.
It delves into themes of desire, heartache, and recklessness with a raw intimacy that received an NC-17 rating.
Critics describe the film as a smart, if uncomfortable, character study rather than a simple portrait of relationships.
While controversial for its sex scenes, "Passages" has been praised as an honest exploration of complex interpersonal dynamics.