Get Real

1998, Comedy/Lgbtq+, 1h 48m

47 Reviews 5,000+ Ratings

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An authentic portrayal of homosexuality in high school, Get Real is an engaging dramedy that doesn't sermonize its audience nor trivialize its characters. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

Steven (Ben Silverstone) spends his school days longing for all-star athlete John (Brad Gorton). But John has a gorgeous girlfriend, and Steven is still in the closet about being gay. The only one who knows the teenager's secret is his friend Linda (Charlotte Brittain). After a curious run-in with John in a public restroom, Steven starts to wonder if the jock is straight after all. When they start a romance, it threatens to expose the truth about both of them.

Rating:

R
Genre:

Comedy, Lgbtq+, Drama
Original Language:

English
Director:

Simon Shore
Producer:

Stephen Taylor
Writer:

Patrick Wilde
Release Date (Theaters):

Apr 30, 1999 wide
Release Date (Streaming):

Nov 24, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA):

$1.2M
Runtime:

1h 48m
Distributor:

Paramount Pictures
Sound Mix:

Dolby, Surround

Cast & Crew

Ben Silverstone
Steven Carter

Brad Gorton
John Dixon

Charlotte Brittain
Linda

Stacy Hart
Jessica

Kate McEnery
Wendy

Tim Harris
Kevin

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Audience Reviews for Get Real

Dec 23, 2012

It's not perfect, but the film features an interesting plot and generally strong performances, especially from the lead character.

Matthew Samuel M Super Reviewer
Jan 14, 2009

I enjoyed this movie, didnt know what to expect but was hooked from the start, good movie from Simen Shore!

Nikki M Super Reviewer
Nov 18, 2008

This is a coming of age and coming out story, even though it is set in the U.K., is still close to something I relate to. Well written and acted. There is no drama for drama sake. Very accurate for real life gay teen experience - even down to the chubby friend-girl! I even thing from the point of the parents is well told. Great movie, a lot of fun and very lovable characters!

Thomas J Super Reviewer
Aug 01, 2008

I liked it. Good acting. Very real, characters were good. I liked seeing the development of the main character. His emotions were raw and so true. Loved his speech near the end. I think it is probably a very real representation of what its like being a gay teen (although I cannot completly guarentee that, considering I dont personally know the feeling.).

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