American Reject

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American Reject

2022

1h 30m

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Kay is the most recent reject from America's hottest singing competition POP STAR NOW! As she mourns her public elimination, she's forced to participate in the network's "After The Cut" filming, and is sent to her hometown to move back in with her mother and the simple life she left behind. With nothing on the horizon and a cameraman following her every move, she is reacquainted with her past and finds herself in the town's annual Easter Spectacular. As it turns out, losing is her only way to win.

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Jason Delgado

Film Threat

While it might be too cheesy or over the top for some, it worked for me.

Rated: 7.5/10

May 3, 2022

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Andrea Beach

Common Sense Media

This is a genuinely funny comedy thanks to solid acting and a tight script. American Reject also offers warmth, character growth, drama, and moments that tug at the heartstrings.

Rated: 3/5

Apr 25, 2022

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"American Reject" was unbelievably funny. Kudos to Kathleen and Frank Monteleone … and to director Marlo Hunter. Kathleen's performance was hysterical. I was laughing all the way through! Half of it was because she was so good in the role and the other half was because she looks just like her mother, my high school friend. My husband is not one to show a lot of emotion but we were both laughing the whole way through. It was easy to identify with the emotions the lead characters were exhibiting, both protagonist and antagonist. If a person has ever been rejected, embarrassed, or exhausted from competing … and we all have … this movie will make them laugh and forget their woes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/15/23

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Audience Member

This movie was super fun and and heartfelt. And it has some great music and awesome talent. Definitely recommend.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/18/23

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Audience Member

Funny and quirky. A great find!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/21/23

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Audience Member

Love this movie! Entertaining, funny and a great message of hope. A must see!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/23/23

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Audience Member

American Reject is a feel-good comedy following a 30-something heroine who must come to terms with failure. The film begins with her immense humiliation before all of America, immediately garnering our sympathy for her plight. Though it's clear she has some flaws, we're rooting for her to achieve her dreams (and regain some dignity). Along the way, she grows as a person, makes new friends, and learns some valuable lessons about being a person. This film caused me to laugh and cry. I would recommend American Reject to anyone looking for something both heartfelt and humorous.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/20/23

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Audience Member

Funny and unexpectedly emotional with great acting and earworm songs you'll be humming long after the credits roll!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/19/23

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Marlo Hunter

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Kathleen Elizabeth Monteleone

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Keala Settle

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Annaleigh Ashford

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Rebecca Black

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Frank J. Monteleone

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Kay is the most recent reject from America's hottest singing competition POP STAR NOW! As she mourns her public elimination, she's forced to participate in the network's "After The Cut" filming, and is sent to her hometown to move back in with her mother and the simple life she left behind. With nothing on the horizon and a cameraman following her every move, she is reacquainted with her past and finds herself in the town's annual Easter Spectacular. As it turns out, losing is her only way to win.

Director: Marlo Hunter
Screenwriter: Kathleen Elizabeth Monteleone
Genre: Comedy, Music
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 12, 2022
Runtime: 1h 30m

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