Dying to be a Cheerleader
Dying to be a Cheerleader

Movie spotlight

Dying to be a Cheerleader

2020
Movie
90 min
English

When the new girl in town tries out for her high school's cheerleading team, she unwittingly humiliates the most popular girl in school, leading to deadly consequences.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Director: Clara McBainGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A driven high school student becomes obsessed with making the top cheerleading squad, but her ambition quickly turns into a dangerous obsession. As she descends into a world of manipulation and rivalry, the pursuit of perfection leads to deadly consequences for those who stand in her way.

Critical Reception

Dying to be a Cheerleader was primarily released as a made-for-television movie and received mixed to negative reviews. It was noted for its predictable plot and reliance on teen horror tropes, though some found its campy elements entertaining.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film often relies on cliché teen horror elements.

  • Performance of the lead actress was considered adequate for the genre.

  • The plot can be easily predicted by viewers familiar with similar thrillers.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable due to its niche release. What little information exists suggests it's viewed as a typical, low-budget teen thriller that offers little in terms of originality.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Perfect Score' before being changed to 'Dying to be a Cheerleader' during post-production.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review