Rom-coms are a staple genre in film, but for many years they weren’t very inclusive, at least mainstream. As times have changed, however, we have seen more diversity pop up. Things Like This is one of those films, a wonderfully funny and touching story about finding love when you least expect it, and how scary love actually is. It isn’t easy, and it isn’t always fun, and Things Like This isn’t afraid to linger on those issues.

We were lucky enough to be able to sit down with writer/director/star Max Talisman to talk all things queer love, fate, and how much it means to have films like this out in the world now.

Things Like This follows Zack Anthony (Talisman), a struggling writer, and Zack Mandel, a talent agent assistant trapped in a failing relationship, meet by chance. As they continue to spend more time together, they uncover a shared past that feels a lot like fate.

‘THINGS LIKE THIS’ – MAX TALISMAN | THS Interview

About Things Like This

In Things Like This, struggling writer Zack Anthony meets Zack Mandel, an assistant to a talent agent. Their connection begins with a small act of kindness and soon grows after a disastrous but comedic first date. As they spend more time together, they uncover a surprising shared past that feels like fate. Despite personal challenges and misunderstandings, their bond deepens as they navigate what could be the start of something special.

In addition to Talisman, the film also stars Joey Pollari, Jackie Cruz, and Charlie Tahan.

Things Like This is in theaters now.

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