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If the other reviews are any reflection, there seems to be a semi boycott on viewing this film by the LGBT community. I would not recommend any straight audiences to go out of their way to see it either, as you will likely be as confused as I was by the relationships. Margaret Qualley is very easy on the eyes though. I would rate this 5.2/10

If you are apart of the LGBTQ+ community do not watch this movie. Not worth your money, time or brain cells.

I was already EXTREMELY disgusted at how they portrayed the love interest, as well as the main character. Both were despicable and were just horrible people. The depiction of lesbians was very insulting. Can't believe they made this trash book into a trash movie. Trust me, don't waste your time. It's an outrage.

This film is far from perfect, but in many ways, it surpasses 99% of what is produced commercially. Its bravery lies in its refusal to pander to a certain audience; instead, it attempts to forge an honest connection between disparate groups. While I personally believe it falls short, it does so in a spectacular manner amidst the current "turf" wars. Its low rating on IMDB is not necessarily indicative of its quality. Watch it, appreciate it, and draw your own conclusions.

Once you get past the inaccuracies of the dynamic between lesbians and transgender men, it's clear that this movie is just straight up boring. The protagonist is boring, the plot is boring, and the way the movie is shot is boring. Just not worth watching, in my opinion.

As a gay male I don't see why so many are offended...I feel like because Adam did a very bad thing by tricking his gf who's a self proclaimed lesbian doesn't make the entire film transphobic....the love interest doesn't become "cured" as so many have stated on here -she FALLS IN LOVE with (cis male) Adam so obviously she wasn't a lesbian to begin with but rather is a budding Pansexual and didn't realize it...the whole film is pretty straightforward and don't agree with the 1 stars or the offended people at all. Also being an actor I highly doubt the trans actors were unaware of what they were casted in lol if they read the script they'd know and would've dropped out.

This movie is absolutely queerphobic and misguided and is going to hurt and/or confuse a lot of young people who think that this is okay. This movie is disgusting and completely wrong on so many levels. The fact that it even exists makes me sick to my stomach.

This film is revolting. Don't watch it. I am just furious.

Nice movie. Wish I understood what's going on with this trans/LGBTQ thing.

I am not sure why there's such a virulent backlash against this film, especially as most of the negative reviews here are from people who have obviously not even see the film, but are jumping on some bandwagon. It's written by a lesbian, directed by a trans man and ALL the trans characters are played by trans actors (including MJ Rodriquez of POSE fame and first-timer Leo Sheng, who is a real find). The trans characters are treated with respect and sensitivity - no, they are not flawless, but that would make for a very dull film. As a cis gendered gay man, I came away with much more understanding and appreciation of the struggles in the trans community. It's not a perfect film, but I think it's heart is in the right place - and I enjoyed it.

This is a complex, original, sophisticated and beautifully made film by a transman director and a cis lesbian writer that has so much to contribute to dialogue in the queer community in this particular moment when we all need to be having nuanced conversations rather than reactionary shut-downs. While the plot sounds problematic on its surface - a straight cis male teen ends up having a relationship with a lesbian who believes he is a transman - the film is very clearly offering up commentary on all kinds of issues and themes within the queer community and it is neither transphobic nor lesbophobic. It is really so unfortunate to see such a vicious campaign being waged against it by people who have not actually seen the film.

Just because a movie makes you uncomfortable, does not mean you should censor it.

Sympathetic portrayal of a teenager trying to figure out a confusing world with new rules of sexual identities. Smart and engaging film with fine performances, having fun with stereotypes both liberal and conservative.

This is a comedy. A satire. The main character is intended to be an idiot who does messed up things on his way to discovering himself. Get over yourselves already.

Funny movie that does not take itself seriously. Ignore the 1 star reviews, this movie is not factual and is not documentary about the LGBTQ community. This movie is a comedy, so expect it to not take itself seriously.

This is a mind opening, 'on topic' film which will exercise your empathy in interesting ways and have you asking questions you thought you never would. Or, if you are conservative, right wing or christian it may scare the pants off you! I thoroughly enjoyed this film, clever, witty, darkly funny and very, very human. Make your own mind!

An edgy but humane coming of age film for a new generation, this film turns on its head notions of mistaken identity. Performances by the young ensemble cast are sensitive and nuanced, and we'll see more of these actors in the future. First time feature film director Rhys Ernst threads the needle, making this LGBTQ film understandable to a broad audience open to seeing it as a story in which young people learn lessons on a journey to find their authentic selves.

It's a social critic. It is a pity that only a few people realized the geniality of this movie.

In a summer before marriage equality, high schooler Adam gets permission to stay with his big sister, a college student in New York City. Unknown to their parents, she is a lesbian, and her social circle consists of activists in the lesbian and trans communities. Hanging around that group, Adam is mistaken for being a trans man. When he starts dating a women he met at a party, he does come clean about his age, but has to frantically study to keep up his masquerade as a trans man.

There is emphasis within the community that what matters is gender identity in the head, and not what is physically present "down below". There is a poignant scene at the Trans Camp swimming hole, where body-affirming participants go skinny-dipping, while Adam sits alone on shore, fully clothed. Adam is, effectively, fish out of water, as he lives a lie in order to pass as trans and have a relationship.

I saw this at the Inside Out LGBT film festival, with director Q+A. The screenplay was adapted from a novel by the original author, who then hired a trans director to direct it. Their toughest casting problem was for the title role. Because it had a sex scene, they could not cast an actual 17-year-old, but had to find someone who looked the part of one, who hadn't overdosed on "T".

This film is recommended for those who are not too disturbed by a cast full of trans and lesbian characters, while interested in knowing more about it.