The underdeveloped female characters (Elio’s mother, Marzia) are props to Elio’s journey. And some may find the pacing too languid. But as a sensory and emotional experience, it’s near-flawless.
★★★★½ (4.5/5) Watch if: You want a film that hurts slowly, like a tan you don’t notice until it’s too late. Avoid if: You need clear morals, fast plot, or conventional queer happy endings. This is not a romance. It’s a requiem for one. call me by your name watch