The Prom
The Prom

Movie spotlight

The Prom

1992
Movie
49 min
English

Marty is not comfortable showing his body at college or private. He is suffering from a skin disease called nevus flammeus. In town he stumbles on The Dunes. A porn-shop-theme-park with one booth named "The Prom". This is where Lana works.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Charles JarrottGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A group of eccentric theater veterans decides to support a high school student who is banned from her prom because she wants to bring her girlfriend. They descend upon the conservative Indiana town to fight for the girl's right to attend the prom.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its message and performances while others found it to be a somewhat predictable and uneven dramedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted approach to a serious issue.

  • Noted for its ensemble cast's energetic performances.

  • Criticized for its formulaic plot and lack of depth.

Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

This film was originally conceived as a vehicle for then-popular child actress Shirley Temple, but was ultimately made much later with a different cast and tone.

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