Forgive And Forget(2000) May 2026
: Their close bond is threatened when Theo plans to move in with his girlfriend, Hannah.
: In a desperate attempt to express his feelings, David arranges for himself and Theo to appear on a fictional television talk show called Forgive and Forget . He reveals his sexual orientation and his love for Theo live on air, leading to tragic consequences for their friendship. Cast & Characters Role Description Steve John Shepherd David O'Neil Forgive and Forget(2000)
A closeted plasterer struggling with his love for his best friend. : Their close bond is threatened when Theo
An overbearing figure who contributes to David's fear of coming out. Judith Adams The host of the fictional talk show Forgive and Forget . Critical Reception Cast & Characters Role Description Steve John Shepherd
: Reviewers from Variety praised it as a "fresh" and "thoughtful seriocomedy" for much of its runtime.
: Some audience members on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes felt the public coming-out finale was "ludicrous" or "dated," with some suggesting it portrayed gay life through a lens of tragedy rather than empowerment.
Critics generally praised the central performances, particularly Shepherd and Simm, but were divided on the film's melodramatic ending.