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Backspot (2024)
Director: D.W. Waterson
Cast: Devery Jacobs, Evan Rachel Wood, Shannyn Sossamon, Kudakwashe Rutendo
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87%Runtime93 min
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Riley, a mid-level cheerleader, lands on the All-Star squad, Thunderhawks. With a competition looming, Riley must navigate her crippling anxiety, her relationship with her girlfriend, and her desperate need for approval from her new coach.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Backspot (2024), directed by D.W. Waterson, has received a positive critical reception, with a Rotten Tomatoes rating of 87%. The film follows Riley, a mid-level cheerleader who lands on the elite All-Star squad, Thunderhawks, as she navigates her crippling anxiety, her relationship with her girlfriend, and her desperate need for approval from her new coach. While the film has not received any awards recognition, its strong Rotten Tomatoes score suggests it has resonated with audiences.
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Backspot (2024), directed by D.W. Waterson, offers a gripping exploration of the high-stakes world of competitive cheerleading, featuring standout performances from Devery Jacobs, Evan Rachel Wood, and Shannyn Sossamon as they navigate the intense pressure and personal struggles of a cheerleader's journey to the top.
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Backspot is a 2023 drama film directed by D. W. Waterson in their feature-length directorial debut and stars Devery Jacobs, Kudakwashe Rutendo, and Evan Rachel Wood. Jacobs also serves as producer, along with Waterson, through their Night is Y production company.
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