First day of legal same-sex marriage for comrades everywhere！ Movie weddings aren’t nearly as tough—grab your partner and enjoy sweet cake discounts together!

Premiering in Taiwan on May 31, the movie 《Marriage Is Not That Manly》 rides the wave of Taiwan becoming the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage. It follows a dashing gay heartthrob and a warm

The handsome leading man’s father is the mayor of a small town. This trip back home is also his first time coming out to his parents, as well as sharing the joyful news of his upcoming wedding. How will his father, who has always prided himself on an open-minded approach to governance, react to the news?

The film stars two wildly popular Italian actors, Cristiano Caccamo and Salvatore Esposito, who play a loving couple overcoming hurdles to get married, delivering a hilarious new take on gay romantic comedy. In addition to the two male leads, the father is played by legendary Italian actor Diego Abatantuono—long beloved in Italy and a multiple-time nominee for the David di Donatello (Italian Oscar)—who finally takes home the award in this film. The mother is portrayed by acclaimed actress Monica Guerritore in a special guest role. With their polar opposite attitudes, these parents go head-to-head in acting fireworks that are off the charts.

In one scene, the doting mother, eager to make her husband face reality and avoid regret, throws caution to the wind and uses a risky move: she goes to her husband’s office to deliver an ultimatum: “If you’re not at the wedding tomorrow, don’t expect us to stay together.” Her husband, busy enjoying his dinner—spaghetti in tomato sauce—responds, “Are you threatening me?” His wife fires back, “If you don’t come to the wedding, we’re getting a divorce. Good night!” Ironically, despite the bad news, the husband, tears in his eyes, refuses to let go of his fork, continuing to eat his beloved pasta—a perfect illustration of Italians’ deep bond with their carbs. The sight of him crying while eating noodles is simply too endearing, making it hard to dislike this stubborn old man. And indeed, this veteran character actor delivers. So how does the dad eventually accept his son’s fiancé and the happy occasion? Head to the theater to find out.

Riding the wave of public interest following the May 24 implementation of the same-sex marriage law, the film collaborates with same-sex-friendly wedding cake brand Isabel. On May 24, the latest “Charmi Handmade Wedding Cake” was gifted in the name of the male lead to film partners and media. The production company noted that after same-sex couples gained the right to legally marry, those planning to tie the knot often encounter situations similar to those in *Marriage Is Not That Hard for Gays*. Although Italy now protects same-sex marriage, in conservative, deeply Catholic small towns, it remains a taboo topic. Couples may also face challenges such as informing their parents, inviting loved ones, and dealing with all kinds of well-meaning but often unhelpful individuals. Come watch this romantic and hilarious film—and take some notes while you're at it.