A Meeting Of Mates (Press, 28 April 1983)
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Summary: A Meeting Of Mates (Press, 28 April 1983)
"Partners," a comedy film starring Ryan O’Neal and John Hurt, is set to premiere at the Academy on 29 April 1983. The film explores themes surrounding homosexual situations and issues, a recurring theme in cinema over the past ten months. The storyline follows Detective Sergeant Benson, portrayed by O’Neal, who is depicted as a charming and composed ladies' man. In contrast, Hurt plays Fred Kerwin, a records and identification policeman who is a "closet gay" struggling with his identity. The plot is catalysed by the murder of a young man who had modelled for a magazine entitled "Man’s Man." The film's humour emerges from the two main characters being unwitting participants in a complicated game, as they navigate their respective lives and confront the unfolding mystery. Audiences are invited to piece together the narrative as the story unfolds, with an emphasis on the characters' differing perspectives and personal challenges.
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