Rami Malek Shines in 'The Man I Love'
Originally published May 20, 2026
By Alison Willmore · Vulture — Movies
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Key points
- Rami Malek stars as Jimmy George, an actor and performance artist in Ira Sachs's 'The Man I Love'.
- The film explores themes of art, love, and resilience amid the late '80s AIDS epidemic.
- Jimmy's relationships, including with his long-term lover Dennis and a new admirer Vincent, are central to the story.
- Ira Sachs showcases his signature style of storytelling, focusing on personal and societal struggles.
- Malek's performance highlights his character's charisma and complexity.
Rami Malek delivers a standout performance in Ira Sachs's 'The Man I Love,' a film that explores themes of art, love, and resilience. Malek plays Jimmy George, an actor and performance artist who thrives in New York's queer scene while battling illness. The film highlights Jimmy's dynamic relationships and his refusal to let his health define his life. Ira Sachs, known for his nuanced storytelling, crafts a narrative that intertwines personal and societal struggles, set against the backdrop of the late '80s AIDS epidemic. Malek's portrayal captures the complexity of a man who is both admired and elusive, drawing attention and affection from those around him.
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