The Adventures of Sebastian Cole . Tucson Weekly . 10-04-99

The Adventures of Sebastian Cole

DIRECTED BY: Tod Williams

REVIEWED: 10-04-99

Talented newcomer Adrian Grenier plays the titular teen whose family disintegrates after his stepfather announces his plans to become a transsexual. Patriarch Hank (or rather Henrietta) isn't a very convincing woman, but he's one hell of a father. When Sebastian undertakes a series of reckless, pointless "adventures," Henrietta is there for him with caring, discipline and silky frocks hanging awkwardly from his linebacker shoulders. Clark Gregg does a great job at a difficult role by juggling the masculine and feminine sides of Henrietta's character with a tough sensitivity. Grenier is no slouch either, playing Sebastian with a wry mixture of insecurity and cockiness. It may be a little low-key for some, but it's a nice film if you're willing to wind down to its slow rhythm.

--Greg Petix

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