But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) movie poster

But I'm a Cheerleader (2000)

"A comedy of sexual disorientation."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 40% (RT: 41%, MC: 39) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Jamie Babbit
Runtime
1h 25m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (807 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
41%
Metacritic
39
Cast
Clea DuVall as Graham
Cathy Moriarty as Mary Brown
RuPaul as Mike
Melanie Lynskey as Hilary
Katharine Towne as Sinead
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 807 votes. Critics scored it lower at 40%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Megan is an all-American girl. A cheerleader. She has a boyfriend. But Megan doesn't like kissing her boyfriend very much. And she's pretty touchy with her cheerleader friends. Her conservative parents worry that she must be a lesbian and send her off to "sexual redirection" school, where she must, with other lesbians and gays learn how to be straight. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for But I'm a Cheerleader was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Jamie Babbit cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

But I'm a Cheerleader is a 2000 comedy, romance film directed by Jamie Babbit. Megan is an all-American girl. A cheerleader.

She has a boyfriend. But Megan doesn't like kissing her boyfriend very much. And she's pretty touchy with her cheerleader friends.

Her conservative parents worry that she must be a lesbian and send her off to "sexual redirection" school, where she must, with other lesbians and gays learn how to be straight. The film has been rated by 807 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, But I'm a Cheerleader delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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