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Bruno

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Bruno (Alex D. Linz) is sufficiently smarter and stranger than the other kids in his Roman Catholic school that they bully him relentlessly. Undaunted, Bruno insists on wearing a dress during the school spelling bee, not because he wants to be feminine, but rather to feel more comfortable. His estranged dad (Gary Sinise) is utterly confused by his son, and his mother (Stacey Halprin) has troubles of her own, but Bruno finds support from new classmate Shaniqua (Kiami Davael).

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John Leonard New York Magazine/Vulture ... surprisingly affecting fable. Feb 6, 2018 Full Review Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com Rated: 2/5 Jul 16, 2005 Full Review Apollo Guide Rated: 37/100 May 13, 2005 Full Review Dustin Putman TheFilmFile.com Rated: 2/5 Dec 29, 2004 Full Review Jon Lap Apollo Guide The Dress Code is Shirley MacLaine's unfortunate foray into the director's chair, and it's so feeble an attempt that it substantiates allegations of her being crazy. Rated: 37/100 Nov 6, 2001 Full Review Read all reviews

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Sarah N I genuinely think this movie is incredible. For it's time, coming out in 2000, it addresses some controversial topics and taboo subjects that should be addressed. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/23/22 Full Review Audience Member A very nice study of blind societal prejudice. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/02/23 Full Review Audience Member Sacha Baron Cohen is phenomenal, great ending. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 04/04/18 Full Review Audience Member This film handles its multi-layered theme of prejudice and oppression with sensitivity and aplomb. The humour belies the powerful message that this film throws at anyone who thinks that difference is something to be avoided. Alex D. Linz and Shirley Maclaine spark together. If this film captures your heart, then so might Ma Vie En Rose [DVD] [1997] or Tomboy [DVD]. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/22/23 Full Review Audience Member Pretty entertaining movie with a stupid premise I didn't expect to enjoy this movie but I ended up liking it an overall feel good movie which was entertaining Grade B Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member I ACCIDENTLY STARTED WATCHING THIS MOVIE THINKING IT WAS THE OTHER "BRUNO". I BECAME CAPTIVATED BY THE STORY AND WATCHED THE WHOLE THING AND LOVED IT!!! IT WAS VERY FUNNY AND MEANINGFUL WITH A GREAT CAST. I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW IT GOT POOR REVIEWS BY THE CRITICS...AS YOU CAN SEE, THE MAJORITY OF AUDIENCE VIEWERS DID TOO. SCREW THE CRITICS! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/20/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Bruno (Alex D. Linz) is sufficiently smarter and stranger than the other kids in his Roman Catholic school that they bully him relentlessly. Undaunted, Bruno insists on wearing a dress during the school spelling bee, not because he wants to be feminine, but rather to feel more comfortable. His estranged dad (Gary Sinise) is utterly confused by his son, and his mother (Stacey Halprin) has troubles of her own, but Bruno finds support from new classmate Shaniqua (Kiami Davael).
Director
Shirley MacLaine
Producer
David Paul Kirkpatrick
Screenwriter
David Ciminello
Production Co
J&M Entertainment
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 25, 2017
Runtime
1h 48m
Sound Mix
Surround
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