Noah's Arc: Jumping the Broom

Earlier this year, a big screen adaptation of Sex & The City was released. Actually, that's not true, a ninety minute advert for Products was released, with the characters from Sex & The City grafted on to make people watch.Noah's Arc is often referred to - for better or worse - as a black, gay SATC. So, when I heard the news that the prematurely cancelled series would also be bursting onto cinema screens, I had my doubts. Television and film are very different beasts, and one doesn't necessarily translate into another. Just look at SATC - a depressing, cynical exercise in vulgar consumerism.When Noah's Arc first appeared on our screens, it was unique: a show that wasn't about white gay men. It was Queer As Folk in colour, and funnier. The series suffered under the tyranny of network television censorship (that NA was as hot as it was is a miracle) and a miniscule running time. But it was bursting with heart and soul, and audiences fell in love with Noah, Ricky, Alex and Chance - not to mention their numerous sexy suitors.Season two ended on a cliff-hanger, but with criminal disregard for the loyalty of the viewing audience, Logo cancelled the series, just when it was finding its feet.Let's not be bitter, because we have something to celebrate. Noah and Wade are getting married! We might not have a Season 3 (yet), but we've got Jumping The Broom. So what happened after the car crash? Did Noah wake up and find Wade in the shower? Did the whole of season two not happen? Was it all a dream?Don't be silly, kids. The movie is set at some point after the crash, which Wade survived. That's not a spoiler - he's all over the publicity photos, and Noah's Arc without Wade would be like SATC without Big. But what of Dre, I hear you cry! Well now, you'll just have to watch and see.And what of Jumping The Broom?It's a joy. A big, sexy, laugh out loud joy. There's smiles and frowns, and tears, and... er, Baby Gat (Jason Steed). Oh, Baby Gat. He's back, innit, full of bruvs and bluds, u get me. This one needs his own series. He lights up the screen and steals the show. I beg u, giv the boi his own show, innit. Brandy's (Jennia Fredrique) back too, bringing a lil fem to the table. Gary LeRoi Gray's Brandon is a refreshing addition to the clique. They're all welcome guests.Only Gregory Kieth's Trey is missing in action, which is a real shame. His long-suffering relationship with Alex was always a pleasure to view. Don't worry, all is not lost - he puts in a welcome cameo via webcam, in a pleasing throwback to Season one. It's a shame we couldn't exchange Trey for Jonathan Julian's depressing Eddie. I'm not quite sure if it's the character, or if the actor isn't quite at home here, but Eddie just gets me down. At least in the series his appearances were kept to a minimum - but we're forced into close quarters with him here. But that's a small quibble. The truth of the matter is this movie is packed with so many "OMG - I can't believe he/they just did that!" moments that such minor shortcomings can be overlooked.Noah's Arc: Jumping The Broom is heartfelt, hilarious and packed with eye candy. This wedding cake has all the right ingredients.Don't miss it, gur'.

I'll keep it short and sweet. The movie was adorable. Of course the returning cast completely set the mark of the movie. So much of each character has come into their own. I'll agree that Wade is more comfortable in his own skin as an "out" gay man and Noah has completely grown into a very inspirational/encourging young man as well, seeing as though throughout seasons 1 and 2 he was seeking the advice of his friends, now his calming advice seems to help reconcile the others "troubled" relationships (both)as previously mentioned in the JTB photo shoot interview) I believe Noah and Wade (maybe unintentionally) switched roles in this movie. I can't really explain my reasonings for this but Noah has seemingly become the "steady ground" in Wade's life, of course Wade still continues to "carry Noah"... but then again that'd only seem right... seeing as though Noah's quest to "win Wade back" in Season 2 appeared impossible considering Wade's (somewhat) loyalty to Dre' minus the two times they cheated w/ each other, but in their defense, both times (after Noah bailed Wade out of jail and the beach) with such passion between two ppl, it'd sure to lead to sex. In JTB, Noah and Wade's relationship has definitely evolved from both seasons and their chemistry stronger.**SPOLIER ALERT** Noah brought out alittle of "Alex" in himself in the movie, which was cute, especially in the hot tub when assumingly they were all playing drunk drinking "blue gatarade" I mean, Hypnotic...lol... One (I have many) of my favorite scene is in the house during Noah's accidental phone call to Wade's mother, and the ARC, all drunk, sat there laughing at Noah's drunken attempt to get her to the wedding, Ricky especially. I admit I was laughting too when Wade's mother asks "Wade's getting Married?" "And who are you the pastor?" LMBO. And toward the end during the conversation with Noah and his mom. Mother: "Your father really wanted to be here but he had to go stay with his mother" Noah: "Grandma, she ok?" Mom: "Yeah, she fell". "Bruised her hip" "Drunk ole battle axe" Noah: "Mom" Mom: "Oh, she's fine"...lol. (sounds like my mom in refernce to my dad's mom)Ok, back to the movie... I wish Trey would've appeared in the movie. His and Alex relationship has grown on me, after watching both seasons. However with watching the movie twice, I still can't really place where Brandy and Baby Gat fits into the movie... **SPOILER ALERT** Although Baby Gat falling into the water and then stripping bare naked and running to the hot tub was hilarious and Brandy's kitchen conversation w/ Alex was cute- her and Beyonce' twins...lol... their characters seem unrealistic... BUT on another note since they did return to the movie, I'm glad the orginal actors were not replaced. The only part I'm in the dark about is the webcam conversation between Alex and Trey (toward the beginning of the movie) and whateva it was Trey asked if Alex would tell Noah... that was never clarified, unless I missed something or he was talking about their martial problems (which I doubt) Anyway, I said I would keep it short, so all in all, I enjoyed the movie and has watched it repeatedly. I became a fan alittle late in the game, but hey I'm here now... Well... enough for now... (in the voice of Brandy) *Toodles*

I have seen the series was glad they made this movie to follow the second season it's worth the purchase.

Great movie they're the reason why I changed my mind on gay marriage I didn't believe in it but after I saw this movie I believe in it now I love this movie so sweet and very nice

Good quality product! DVD was not scratched or anything ! Amazing movie!

Love this series! Great actors and story lines . Oh yeah and easy on the eyes for gay men lol

This movie helps the viewer who loved the series Noah’s arc to see what happened to the characters

I love this group of guys. The film is so fun and they are all amazing actors. There is a happy ending in a gay film.Its a movie you can watch again and again. A lot of times a movie will pale from the series it is based on, but thisone breaks the rule. I love Noah even with his new hair cut... I bet you will love this film too.

As with the two seasons this cast left me captivated with their humour, yet serious life situations. It would have been great to have another season or two

Wow! As a fan of the series, I've been waiting for this movie for over a year. I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish. Well written, good acting and music - a classy production, and hard to believe this was filmed on a budget. Definitely a romantic date movie.