Dramarama
2024 | 91 min | Drama
A closeted teen struggles to part ways with 4 high school drama friends at their final murder mystery party before they leave for college.
Jonathan Wysocki
DirectorJonathan Wysocki is an American filmmaker known for his coming-of-age stories that explore themes of identity, belonging, and self-discovery. He often focuses on LGBTQ+ characters and experiences within specific subcultures or communities. His feature directorial debut, 'Dramarama' (2020), is a comedy about a group of theater-loving friends navigating their identities. Wysocki also directed 'Keep the Lights On' (2012), which he co-wrote with Ira Sachs. He has directed short films, and his work often blends humor and pathos to create relatable and heartfelt narratives. He studied film at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts).
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