Freshman Orientation
(2004)
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Freshman Orientation
(2004)
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| Sam Huntington | ... |
Clay
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| Marla Sokoloff | ... |
Marjorie
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| Mike Erwin | ... |
Matt
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| Heather Matarazzo | ... |
Jessica
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| Kaitlin Doubleday | ... |
Amanda
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| Bryce Johnson | ... |
Tazwell
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| Jud Tylor | ... |
Serena
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| Rachel Dratch | ... |
Very Drunk Chick
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| John Goodman | ... |
Rodney
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Mark Abney | ... |
Malcom
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Dicky Barrett | ... |
Campus Policeman
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Palma Botterell | ... |
Alana
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Don Brady | ... |
Drunk Old Gay
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| Meagen Fay | ... |
Mrs. Paul
(as Meagen Fey)
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| Shannon Floyd | ... |
Hippie Chick
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A typical Midwestern 18 year-old freshman at a large state university, eager to delve into the college party life, discovers instead that school is not the beer-driven, sexual fantasy of his imagination. Determined to do anything to obtain the girl of his dreams (a gorgeous but reluctant sorority girl), he decides to adopt a gay identity in order to insinuate himself in her life. This casual charade, however, quickly lands him in a morass of campus activism, gender warfare, fraternity hazes, sorority torture, "coming out" narratives, political martyrdom, and ultimately a university-wide meltdown. Written by JL
Caught this movie on HERE! on Demand. What a nice surprise. Completely funny throughout, appealing characters, and interesting story. The premise revolves around a straight college guy who pretends to be gay to get closer to a girl he likes. This could have been another "I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry" which I found a bit offensive and patronizing. What's so refreshing about the film is that the film has a gay sensibility but does not try to preach gay acceptance. The characters are who they are. Sam Huntington as Clay was extremely appealing in the lead role. Lots of hilarious supporting characters too including Rachel Dratch as a very drunk, very old college student, and John Goodman who nailed it as a local bartender who teaches the lead character how to "be gay." Heather Matarazzo was a bit over the top as the New York Jewish girl but funny nonetheless. It's rare to find a movie that I have never heard of, yet enjoyed so much. I think whether gay or straight, if you are looking for a fun teen comedy, you will enjoy this film.