- Drama
- 92 min
- NR
Rotten Tomatoes86%Metacritic69IMDb6.6
Come as you are.
Pennsylvania, 1993. After getting caught with another girl, teenager Cameron Post is sent to a conversion therapy center run by the strict Dr. Lydia Marsh and her brother, Reverend Rick, whose treatment consists in repenting for feeling “same sex attraction.” Cameron befriends fellow sinners Jane and Adam, thus creating a new family to deal with the surrounding intolerance.
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- Alunauwieon TMDB · Sep 20258/10
Adapted from Emily M. Danforth's controversial 2012 novel, the film tackles LGBTQ+ issues with a powerful narrative that challenges societal and religious norms. It portrays the emotional harm of forcing individuals to change their identity, emphasizing the importance of empathy and family support. With well-developed characters and strong performances, the film delivers a heartfelt message and has earned multiple awards and critical acclaim. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)
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Cast
- Chloë Grace MoretzCameron
- Sasha LaneJane
- Forrest GoodluckAdam
- John Gallagher Jr.Reverend Rick
- Jennifer EhleDr. Lydia Marsh
- Marin IrelandBethany
- Owen CampbellMark
- Kerry ButlerRuth
- Quinn ShephardColey
- Emily SkeggsErin
Crew
- Desiree AkhavanDirector
- Desiree AkhavanScreenplay
- Cecilia FrugiueleScreenplay
- Emily M. DanforthNovel
- Ashley ConnorDirector of Photography
- Julian WassOriginal Music Composer
- Sara ShawEditor
- Alex TurtletaubProducer
- Cecilia FrugiueleProducer
- Jonathan MontepareProducer
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