Center of My World
Directed by Jakob M. Erwa
A coming-of-age drama about a gay teenager navigating first attraction and family dysfunction within the confines of an isolated mansion.
A strange family: 17-year-old Phil lives with his mother and twin sister in an old mansion on the outskirts of town. When he returns from summer camp, the mood in the mansion has soured somehow. Phil doesn’t worry about it, hanging out with his best friend Kat instead. When he starts to feel attracted to a mysterious new student at school, Phil is plunged into emotional turmoil only exacerbated by the trouble at home.
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Is Center of My World sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is Center of My World violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is Center of My World scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is Center of My World easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.
Does Center of My World end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Center of My World
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Center of My World
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Center of My World, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Center of My World, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Center of My World, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
