Keep the Lights On. Poster of the 2012 movie and cover of the 2010 book, Portrait of an Addict as a Young Man: A Memoir
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Portrait of an Addict as a Young Man: A Memoir
Bill Clegg, 2010
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Ira Sachs, 2012

In Manhattan, filmmaker Erik forms a connection with closeted lawyer Paul after a brief affair. Their relationship becomes a rollercoaster of highs, lows, and dysfunctional patterns, challenging Erik to establish his own boundaries while remaining authentic to himself.


Married Life. Poster of the 2007 movie and cover of the 1953 book, Five Roundabouts to Heaven
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Five Roundabouts to Heaven
John Bingham, 1953
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Ira Sachs, 2007

In 1949, successful middle-aged businessman Harry Allen is having an affair with considerably younger war widow Kay Nesbitt. Feeling rejuvenated by his emotional reawakening, he confides in his best friend Richard Langley and encourages him to visit his mistress in order to alleviate her loneliness. Richard complies and immediately finds himself attracted to the young woman.