Call Me by Your Name (2017)

“Call Me by Your Name” is a coming-of-age romantic drama film directed by Luca Guadagnino, based on the novel of the same name by André Aciman. The film is set in the summer of 1983 in northern Italy and follows the story of a 17-year-old American-Italian boy named Elio Perlman (Timothée Chalamet) who falls in love with his father’s 24-year-old research assistant, Oliver (Armie Hammer). Over the course of the summer, Elio and Oliver develop a deep and intimate connection that challenges their understanding of themselves and the world around them.

Review:

“Call Me by Your Name” received critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of a blossoming romance between two men. The film’s visual style, including its picturesque Italian countryside setting and its use of music, is often praised. Timothée Chalamet’s performance as Elio Perlman was widely praised and earned him a Best Actor nomination at the 90th Academy Awards. Armie Hammer also received praise for his portrayal of Oliver. The chemistry between the two actors was cited as a highlight of the film.

Awards:

“Call Me by Your Name” was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Timothée Chalamet, Best Adapted Screenplay for James Ivory, and Best Original Song for “Mystery of Love” by Sufjan Stevens. The film won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and Timothée Chalamet was also nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance. The film received numerous other accolades, including nominations from the Screen Actors Guild, the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards, and the Independent Spirit Awards.