Across the Way

Hank Blackwell isn't old, but his hot across-the-way neighbor Cameron Hunter sure makes him feel that he is. Hank's dealing with his insecurities when Cameron comes over to deliver Hank's newspaper. Hank isn't expecting Cameron, or what the younger man confesses in their conversation. In Riley Mitchel's day it wasn't as socially acceptable to be gay, that's why he had such a hard time when his son came out. He's learning to accept it, and he's even attending his son's kickback. When Riley meets Elliot Finn at the get together, he admits to Elliot and himself that maybe he might be gay too.

Directed by Walden Woods, Bree Mills, Across the Way leans on a strong ensemble — Adrian Hart, Lance Charger, Riley Mitchel — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2022.