“So much of their intimacy is private - both within the world they live in and within the stage - often hidden and obscured from view. This is a remarkable piece of intimacy direction from Tommy Ross-Williams, who was able to build upon the chemistry the two actors shared to create something truly beautiful.”
This show is inherently about vulnerability and intimate connection. Jack is far more open to exploring a life that allows them the possibility of being in each other’s lives romantically for as long as possible, whereas Ennis’ deep-seated trauma and realistic outlook on the homophobia of their generation doesn’t allow himself the possibility of happiness. However, they both share the same root desire. This creates a primal dynamic that is expertly crafted by intimacy co-ordinator Tommy Ross-Williams. Ross-Williams has allowed Faist and Hedges to connect in the safest and realist of ways. The layers this adds to the relationship between them and the impact it has on us as an audience cannot be understated.