Trailer

Straight Up

Runtime
1hr 35mins
Directed by
James Sweeney
Featuring
Katie Findlay, James Sweeney, Randall Park
Body

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Todd is a hyper-articulate, obsessive compulsive gay twentysomething whose fear of dying alone leads him to a baffling conclusion: he might not be gay after all. When he meets Rory, a whip-smart struggling actress with her own set of insecurities, the two forge a relationship that’s all talk and no sex. Writer, director, and star James Sweeney delivers a razor sharp rom-com that’s equal parts Classical Hollywood and distinctly 21st century, exploring just how elastic our definitions of love and sexuality can get.

Plus, watch a Q&A below with writer, director, and star James Sweeney, moderated by film critic Greg Vellante:

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Reviews
Review Text

Straight Up is the work of a startling talent.

Review Author
Variety
Review Text

A sweet, funny and thoroughly winning romantic comedy.

Review Author
Los Angeles Times
Review Text

I haven’t seen a romantic comedy this deliriously funny since Annie Hall.

Review Author
National Review

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