I foolishly thought I was going to get away without shedding a tear.
Its also one of the funniest and most mundane which is what makes it even more powerful.
What is Andre Is an Idiot About?
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And thats not even the first shocking thing we learn.
The opening scene has Andre monologuing about getting splinters in his penis while masturbating at age 13.
Its ahilarious, irreverent scenethat immediately sets the tone ofAndre Is an Idiot.
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Andre remains pretty blase about his terminal diagnosis, all things considered.
After one year, the chemo starts becoming less effective.
After two, they have to move on to radiation, which he finds much worse.
By year three, there are physical manifestations that make it impossible to hide his condition.
Yet it also helps Andre come to terms with everything.
One thing he finds out is just how boring death is.
Image by Jovelle Tamayo via Sundance Institute
Its the ultimate bit, in a way, though thats how Andre processes things:through humor.
Sophie Brooks' film shows the importance of trying not to convince someone why they should like you.
Andres background in advertising is smartly highlighted, too.
Other moving dynamics couldhave benefitted from more screentime, such as Andres soulmate status with his best friend Lee.
Even so, its a remarkable moment about a remarkable man in an often remarkable documentary.
Trust me, youll want to bring the tissues for this one itll sneak up on you.
Andre Is an Idiot is an irreverent and poignant documentary about a mans Stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis.
