Kan-Kan, Wednesday, November 18, 6:00pm
BEFORE I DO
Old flames, new possibilities and one complicated bachelor weeke nd collide in Before I Do, Gary Jaffe’s warm and wonderfully messy queer romantic comedy. Set against a perfect autumn getaway, this charming ensemble film mixes romance, friendship and gay chaos as one groom-to-be wonders whether saying “I do” is really what he wants.
John Michael (Cole Doman) is headed for the altar, but first he’s gathering his closest college friends for one last weekend at a secluded lakeside cabin. Among them is best man Alex (Michael Hsu Rosen), an old flame John Michael may not be entirely over, along with mischievous matchmakers Luís (Robin de Jesús) and Simon (Jared Reinfeldt) and newly out-and-kinda-proud bisexual Kit (Nico Greetham). Add old feelings, new attractions and a little meddling from friends, and the relaxing weekend quickly becomes anything but.
As romantic complications multiply and the festivities descend into hilarious chaos, including some unforgettable Meryl Streep karaoke, John Michael is forced to confront what he truly wants before walking down the aisle. Along the way, his friends discover that their own relationships may be just as complicated as his. Shot amid the gorgeous changing leaves of the Berkshires, Jaffe’s feature debut wraps its romantic mayhem in an irresistible cozy, autumnal glow.
Funny, affectionate and full of heart, Before I Do celebrates the many forms love can take—from unexpected desire and second chances to the friendships that endure long after the weekend is over.
Directed by Gary Jaffe | USA | 2026 | 86 Minutes
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