But Iвђ™m A Cheerleader (1999) May 2026

The film takes on "reparative therapy," a subject usually reserved for grim documentaries or devastating dramas. Instead of dwelling on the tragedy, Babbit uses biting satire to mock the absurdity of homophobia.

When Jamie Babbit released her debut feature, (1999), it was practically "commercial box-office poison". Critics slammed it as shallow, and it barely made a dent in theaters. Fast forward two decades, and it's a modern cult classic that serves as a cornerstone of queer cinema. But I’m a Cheerleader (1999)

The Cult of the Pink & Blue: Why But I’m a Cheerleader Still Hits Hard 25 Years Later The film takes on "reparative therapy," a subject