Danes gives it her very considerable best, but there is something weirdly inhibited about this movie.

It's a demonstration of a parent's most innate instinct: to protect their child, while also intimating that love and understanding is the ultimate protection.

It's a daring premise, which makes Howard's fluffy approach to the material all the more frustrating.

Despite some weaknesses in the script, Howard and his cast create a moving family drama that is a must-see, especially for LGBT audiences.