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James Franco plays a gay man who decides he's straight. Chaos ensues.

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I Am Michael (2015)

messy true storyidentity crisisprovocative biopic

Overview

The controversial true story of a gay activist who rejects his homosexuality and becomes a Christian pastor.

Content warning

biography homophobia church preacher minister

sexual identityreligious conversionself-denialthe performance of authenticity

Standout Aspects

Acting

Franco commits fully to an impossible, infuriating role.

Direction

Kelly refuses easy answers about a deeply complicated man.

Best for:Solo: You'll need space to process this one alone.·Streaming: Pause frequently to scream at your screen.

Heads up:Triggers: Depicts conversion therapy ideology without clear condemnation.·Emotional: Genuine heartbreak between Michael and his former partner Bennett.

Director

Justin Kelly

ReleasedJan 29, 2015

Runtime1h 38m

StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady

Intensitymedium

Tonemixed

Feelheavy

Thats Hollywood

Top Cast

James Franco

Michael Glatze

Zachary Quinto

Bennett

Emma Roberts

Rebekah Fuller

Daryl Hannah

Deborah

Lesley Ann Warren

Susan

Avan Jogia

Nico

Charlie Carver

Tyler

Devon Graye

Cory

Evie Thompson

Nicole

Leven Rambin

Catherine

Ahna O'Reilly

Actress

Jefferson Mays

Preacher Teacher

Jan Maxwell

Coltry

Nick Rehberger

Adam

Kevin Cahoon

Peter

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

The real Michael Glatze called the film 'inaccurate' and 'slanderous'—despite Franco meeting with him extensively.

Insight

The film premiered at Sundance alongside other queer cinema, sparking heated debates about whether it platformed harmful ideology or humanized complexity.

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