Holding Trevor (2007) is a gay romantic comedy-drama directed by Rosser Goodman. The film follows Trevor (Clayton Orlando), a man struggling with his identity and relationships. After a turbulent breakup with his boyfriend, Trevor is forced to confront his past mistakes and navigate complicated romantic entanglements. The film explores themes of love, self-acceptance, and the challenges of moving on after a relationship ends, offering a mix of humor and emotional depth as Trevor attempts to rebuild his life.
Holding Trevor follows Trevor (Brent Gorski), a 20-something gay man living in Los Angeles, who is stuck in a toxic relationship with his drug-addicted boyfriend, Darrell (Eli Kranski). The film opens with Darrell overdosing on heroin, prompting Trevor to call an ambulance. This event serves as a wake-up call for Trevor to reevaluate his life and relationships.
Trevor decides to end his relationship with Darrell, despite Darrellโs pleas for another chance. As he navigates the aftermath, Trevor leans on his two best friends: Andie (Melissa Searing), a sharp-tongued aspiring doctor, and Jake (Jay Brannan), a promiscuous but kind-hearted friend who struggles with his own issues. Together, they provide comic relief and emotional support, but their own flaws and struggles complicate their advice.
Trevor begins dating Ephram (Christopher Wyllie), a seemingly perfect and stable guy who offers him a chance at a healthier relationship. However, Trevor finds himself unable to fully commit, grappling with self-doubt, lingering feelings for Darrell, and fear of change.
The film explores Trevorโs journey of self-discovery as he tries to balance his friendships, new romance, and the emotional baggage of his past. His interactions with Andie and Jake reveal the challenges of growing up and finding oneโs place in a world filled with uncertainty and imperfection.
By the end, Trevor learns that self-love and emotional honesty are essential for personal growth and that real happiness comes from within.