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Defying Gravity

1997Movie1 h 32 minNR

43

WeakGoodWatch score

A romantic, hopeful drama movie about everyday modern life and growing up.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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Not streaming in United States. Where it is:

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Not for scares.

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Story

Some pledges are for keeps.

Popular frat guy Griff, the ultimate boy next boy, has a great big secret... Pete. Given an ultimatum by Pete, Griff goes the straight route until things get rough. Ultimately, defying reality is harder than he had ever imagined.

Feels like

LGBTQ+ Romance
Coming-of-Age Drama
Secret Relationship
Frat Life
90s Aesthetic
Relationship Struggles
Internal Conflict
Forbidden Love
Social Pressure

Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by: John Keitel
Written by: John Keitel
Produced by: David Clayton Miller, Jack Koll
Music by: Tim Westergren

Everyone

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Facts

July 9, 1997 · 1 h 32 min · NR

Released: July 9, 1997
Runtime: 1 h 32 min
Age rating: NR
Content: Sexual Content
Genres: Drama, Romance
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Available in: 1 country

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Questions about Defying Gravity

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Defying Gravity?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Defying Gravity worth watching?

43

WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43 (IMDb 6.5 and Metacritic 45). Audiences rate it higher (65 out of 100) than critics (45).

Is Defying Gravity good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Defying Gravity plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.