But I'm a Cheerleader
Movie · 1999
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Movie · 1999
But I'm a Cheerleader
A vibrant and witty satire, this cult film follows a high school cheerleader sent to a conversion camp, discovering her true self and finding love.
Jamie Babbit's 1999 romantic comedy "But I'm a Cheerleader" is a cult classic known for its distinctive visual style and sharp humor. The film stars Natasha Lyonne as Megan Bloomfield, a seemingly typical high school cheerleader whose parents send her to "True Directions," a conversion therapy camp, after they suspect she might be a lesbian. There, she encounters a diverse group of young people, including Clea DuVall's character, and confronts the absurdity of attempts to change one's authentic self. The film explores themes of homosexuality, homophobia, gender roles, and the journey of self-discovery and acceptance through a vibrant, satirical lens.
- Director / creators
- Jamie Babbit
- Country
- United States
- Languages
- en