
But I'm a Cheerleader
A subversive and cheerfully-colored romantic comedy, *But I'm a Cheerleader* unfolds as a satirical exploration of societal expectations surrounding sexuality. Sent to a conversion therapy camp by concerned parents, a seemingly perfect all-American cheerleader unexpectedly finds a vibrant community and a path to self-acceptance rather than forced heterosexuality. The film’s unique visual style – a hyperreal, almost theatrical aesthetic – underscores the artificiality of the camp’s attempts to “cure” its students, creating a deliberately heightened and ironic atmosphere. Beyond the camp’s comedic facade, the narrative tenderly charts the blossoming romance between Megan and another resident, defying reductive stereotypes and celebrating genuine connection. It’s a joyful, though pointed, examination of identity, challenging conformity and embracing authenticity with a vibrant, unapologetic spirit.
Rolprentbesonderhede
- Regisseur
- Jamie Babbit
- Vrystellingsdatum
- 2000-07-07
- Looptyd
- 85 min
- Gradering
- 7.1 / 10 (859)
Rolverdeling
- Natasha Lyonne
- Clea DuVall
- Cathy Moriarty













