Review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) by Vanessa M — 15 Sep 2007

Funny, camp, endearing and sweet film about coming to terms with sexuality. Very few gay films reach this standard.

This review of But I'm a Cheerleader (2000) was written by Vanessa M on 15 Sep 2007.

But I'm a Cheerleader has generally received positive reviews.

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I don't get it. This was meant to be funny…

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