
Dying to be a Cheerleader
An innocent rivalry turns deadly.
Directed by Tom Shell
Produced by MarVista Entertainment, Robbins Entertainment
A high school thriller about social rivalry escalating into deadly violence, driven by tension and paranoia rather than depth.
When the new girl in town tries out for her high school's cheerleading team, she unwittingly humiliates the most popular girl in school, leading to deadly consequences.
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Questions people ask
Is Dying to be a Cheerleader scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Does Dying to be a Cheerleader end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 78% of films.
Is Dying to be a Cheerleader violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is Dying to be a Cheerleader easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is Dying to be a Cheerleader sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Like Dying to be a Cheerleader
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Dying to be a Cheerleader
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Dying to be a Cheerleader, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Dying to be a Cheerleader, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Dying to be a Cheerleader, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


























































