Virgin High
Virgin High

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Virgin High

1991
Movie
90 min
English

When Christy Murphy comes home past midnight with her boyfriend, Jerry, her parents send her to the Academy of the Blessed Virgin, a Catholic school run by kind but very strict nuns.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Director: Greggory MattisonGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Set in a conservative Christian college, the film follows a group of students as they navigate their faith, sexuality, and personal struggles. A new student, intrigued by the strict environment, finds himself drawn into the complex relationships and hidden desires of his peers. The story explores themes of hypocrisy, forbidden love, and the search for identity within a rigid social structure.

Critical Reception

Virgin High received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, uninspired direction, and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged its attempt to tackle mature themes, the execution was widely seen as superficial and heavy-handed. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with many finding the film to be melodramatic and unconvincing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its heavy-handed moralizing and lack of subtlety.

  • Seen as a melodramatic and often unconvincing portrayal of college life.

  • Character development was deemed superficial, failing to engage audiences.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect disappointment with the film's execution and its attempt to blend comedy with serious themes.

Fun Fact

The film was reportedly an independent production with a limited release, contributing to its obscurity and lack of widespread critical attention.

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