But I'm a Cheerleader
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Movie Reviews of But I'm a Cheerleader
Movie Review: changing the culture
Summary: 5 Stars
Having enjoyed the movie, I was impressed by how poinant and insightful the story line accurately portrayed the Fundamentaists in their misguided belief that human sexual identity can be "re-tooled" and forced on people, espceially our youth, because "they" believe that their god deems it as wrong. Actually, I was bothered by how judgemental, accusatory and condescending some parents were as they "dis-owned" and gave-up on their children because of their children's gender issues. The discreet use of situation appropriate humor took the "edge" off in many serious situations and that made the experience even more profound. I felt great compassion and empathy for the main character because of her sense of being "forced" into disingeneous feelings that caused her to question her own sanity and place in life. Her "friend" was also great in her role, as well. I greatly enjoyed the happy ending and found it refreshing to see that some people can accept people for "whom and where" they are in Life and by seeing the Good in all people, irrespective of one's rigid and too tightly wound religious mandates. The god of the old testament may reign for the Fundamentalist and they may see the rest of us all burning in hell, but for now, I chose to believe that the Almighty Ineffable LOVES everyone, in spite of "their" mis-intrepretation of their bible. The story line also reminded me that in America, Captialism "rules" and that if a dollar can be made, some opportunistic "agency" will create a modality to invent a venue that provides a service. "BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER" was a wonderful movie that everyone should see, especially if they have children. The topical & timely issues were handled with care, sensitivy and professionalism & I highly recommend this movie!Movie Review: You Don't Have to Be "GAY" To Love This Movie
Summary: 5 Stars
I am about as straight as straight could be, and mind you, I have absolutely "nothing" against anyone's sexual preferences. Otherwise, I don't think I would have even watched this movie, let alone give it 5 stars. Matter of fact I live in the next town over form the Lesbian Capitol of Massachusetts, and they're some of the BEST people you'd EVER want to know.I agree with the other reviewer on here who says you do NOT have to be Gay to enjoy this movie. It's just a really feel-good type of flick, about a young school-aged Cheerleader coming to grips with her sexuality.I caught it one night on IFC, (Independent Film Channel) on Satellite TV with my wife, as we were flicking through the channels, and we both absolutely loved it. It's funny as hell. The humor is dry & witty. We even have Richard Moll, (Bull, from Night Court) playing one half of a gay couple, and he has HAIR, by God. Although that's been known now for awhile. We even have Ru Paul OUT, (literally) of DRAG, in this flick.I would compare this movie closely to like a John Waters flick, (Think Hairspray, Polyester Gen), in terms of humor. If you like this kind of humor, as much as I do, then I think you'll really enjoy this film?We missed about the first 15min. of this on IFC, but we finally tracked down the OOP release of this, brand-new, and sealed for $10. Can't beat that price for this great movie.Even Roger Ebert's comments are on the cover of this movie. "A Very Funny Movie"- Roger Ebert, Roger Ebert & The Movies. Of course I didn't know this was on the cover until I bought it, but if you trust Roger Eberts reviews like I do, then go for it, and get this flick. You won't be disappointed.Movie Review: Sweet, lighthearted treatment of a serious suubject
Summary: 5 Stars
The "deprogramming" and "conversion" of gay people to "ex" gays is a very serious topic, especially when it comes to the psychological abuse heaped on gay teens by sometimes well-meaning parents and "therapists," and the damage done to gay people and to straight spouses they may later end up marrying as part of their denial, is equally tragic. Storywise there are two ways to portray this, either as a drama/melodrama or as a comedy highlighting the absurdity of trying to change someone's sexual orientation.
To writer/director Jamie Babbit's credit, she chose the lighthearted yet effective approach that uses satirizing stereotypes to underscore how foolish and wrongheaded are attempts to "deprogram" gay people. That Clea Duvall's character is forced to go through this because her family will disown her unless she puts on a straight facade, including denying her love for protagonist Megan (Lyonne), makes the situation all the more poignant.
What is most disgusting is that the MPAA not only rated this film as "R," despite its very tame and playful approach to the topic, even the trailer is a "red-band" despite there is no nudity, depictions of sex or profanity in the trailers. They made it an "R" to limit the teens that could see it and then red-banded the trailer to keep teens from finding out about it. Want to bet the MPAA members would send their own kids to psychological abuse rather than accept them being gay?
Movie Review: John Waters Would Be Proud
Summary: 5 Stars
'But I'm A Cheerleader' is a quircky topical comedy that deals with a potentially deadly subject matter-homosexuality as a reality or a choice.Personally I know the truth but this film deals with a white bread cheerleading high schooler named Megan whose friends and family learn has begun showing lesbian tendencies.So they send her away to a special camp to try to 'convert' her into a heterosexual.The settings are highly surreal and I hope directer John Waters has seen this because it reminds me so much of his softer flicks.Anyhoo..Megan ends up discovering her true self when she bands with the camp members who escape to a gay bar with some older refugee's from the camp and falls in love with a fellow
camp member and,even when her family denies her she learns to follow her true heart and be herself.Some elements of this film may be a bit disturbing to the more sensative gay people out there but even if they stay with it (if nothing else then to see the out of drag RuPaul eyeing a fellow camper) they'll realize that this movie actually (and often properly) comdemns those still so ignorant and fearefull they believe they believe that homosexuality is a sinful choice and/or lifestyle,rather then the given that it is.So in the end,despite it's silly humor,the basic message of 'But I'm A Cheerleader' is a message of loneliness and acceptance.
Movie Review: A Campy, Satirical, Pro-Feminist Farce
Summary: 5 Stars
This film is delightfully campy, get it's also an intelligent attack on conservative anti-gay/anti-woman ideologies. If you liked "Bedrooms and Hallways," or "Kissing Jessica Stein," or "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert," or even "Supersucker," this is the movie for you! The casting was perfect, the costumes and sets were both political and laugh-out-loud funny, and the plot...well, I've never seen anything like it...and perhaps the highest praise I can give it is this: this is a lesbian "chick flick" even a group of gay men would love! (...) This is a witty, well-made, well-acted film. It's an affirmation of what it is to be young, to be female, to be gay, to feel like an outcast--things we should all be able to symphathize with, even if we can't empathize. My point is, you don't have to be gay to enjoy this movie, but if you are, that's wonderful, and perhaps this film will open up some doors for you, by making you realize you're not alone. In addition, if you or your mother ever took a home economics course, or read a 1950's textbook directing you how to cater to your "man's needs," this film will give you a real giggle...it's full of those reflective moments when strong, sensible women have to take a step back and say, "if being a lady means I have to spend more time using my elbow grease than my brain, is it really worth it?"