Making Love

The early 1980s setting places social norms about marriage, sexuality, and honesty at the heart of the drama. The urban gay scene and bar culture provide a backdrop for Zack's self-discovery and Bart's guarded intimacy. The period heightens the tension between professional success, family expectations, and personal truth.

Set in the Los Angeles metro area, the story moves through the upscale neighborhoods of Los Angeles and West Hollywood, and centers around a large family home. West Hollywood's nightlife and gay bar scene anchor Zack's exploration of his sexuality. The plot later traverses to New York City as Zack pursues new opportunities and contemplates life beyond his marriage.

🧭 Identity

Zack's struggle to acknowledge his attraction to men drives the narrative. He oscillates between denial and acceptance, labeling himself 'curious' before embracing his true orientation. The theme examines how personal truth can clash with social expectations and a long-standing marriage.

🔎 Truth

Honesty becomes the central test of the couple's relationship, with Zack's revelations and Bart's guarded past forcing difficult choices. The film probes what it means to come clean with loved ones and the price of truth. It culminates in decisions that redefine commitment and happiness.

💍 Marriage

The institution of marriage is strained as Zack's sexuality collides with Claire's expectations. The story tracks their estrangement and eventual divorce, while both characters rebuild lives that honor their own happiness. The themes suggest that marriage can adapt to honesty and personal growth, even when it ends.