Nico and Dani

REVIEW
Nico and Dani is the newest and sexiest entry in the sub-genre of gay teen coming-of-age movies. The titular characters are best buddies, and for this particular summer, get to hang out at blond-haired Dani’s (Fernando Ramallo) Mediterranean seaside home when his parents go off to Egypt. Initially, they do what they’ve always enjoyed doing: just hang out, listen to music, skinny-dip, hunt, and in the evening, exchange "krámpacks" (sexual favors) in bed. But the boys are changing -- Dani begins to have stronger romantic feelings for Nico (Jordi Vilches), around the same time Nico begins to be attracted to girls. Tensions and the prospect of the two separating reaches a high point when Nico begins dating Elena (Marieta Orozco) and Dani’s encouraged to go out with Berta (Esther Nubiola). Soon, Dani’s jealousy and Nico’s ensuing secretiveness threaten to prematurely end their idyllic summer. Barcelona-based director Cesc Gay has made a gorgeously photographed film that is sharp, witty, fresh, funny, unpredictable, and even a little tense. (Spanish with English subtitles)