The Prom Queen
The Prom Queen

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The Prom Queen

2000
Movie
18 min
English

A gay high school rebel has an ill-fated affair with a "straight" boy from the popular crowd.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: J. Andrew DavisGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A high school student, Sarah, is devastated when her parents divorce and her mother is diagnosed with cancer. She finds solace and purpose in preparing for the prom queen competition, hoping to win for her mother. Along the way, she learns about the true meaning of winning and the importance of family.

Critical Reception

The Prom Queen received a mixed to positive reception. While some critics praised its heartfelt story and performances, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and overly sentimental. Audiences generally responded well to its themes of family and perseverance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional core and the performance of its lead actress.

  • Criticized by some for its conventional narrative and overly saccharine moments.

  • Generally seen as a sweet, family-friendly film with a positive message.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was executive produced by Dolly Parton, who also contributed original music to the soundtrack.

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