Fire Island

Name: Fire Island
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: June 3, 2022
Rating: 72
Cast: Bowen Yang, Bradley Gibson, Conrad Ricamora, James Scully, Joel Kim Booster

2022

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Hulu | Release Date (Streaming): June 3, 2022 | R

Starring: Bowen Yang, Bradley Gibson, Conrad Ricamora, James Scully, Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, Matt Rogers, Nick Adams, Peter Smith, Phil Korz, Zane Phillips

Summary: Set in the iconic Pines, Andrew Ahn's Fire Island is an unapologetic, modern day rom-com showcasing a diverse, multicultural examination of queerness and romance. Inspired by the timeless pursuits from Jane Austen's classic Pride and Prejudice, the story centers around two best friends (Joel Kim Booster and Bowen Yang) who set out to have aSet in the iconic Pines, Andrew Ahn's Fire Island is an unapologetic, modern day rom-com showcasing a diverse, multicultural examination of queerness and romance. Inspired by the timeless pursuits from Jane Austen's classic Pride and Prejudice, the story centers around two best friends (Joel Kim Booster and Bowen Yang) who set out to have a legendary summer adventure with the help of cheap rosé and their cadre of eclectic friends.… Expand

Director: Andrew Ahn

Genre(s): Comedy, Romance

Rating: R

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Liz Shannon Miller

Jun 3, 2022

If Clueless is the definitive modern-day adaptation of Emma, then Fire Island deserves the same crown for Pride and Prejudice. Read full review

Siddhant Adlakha

May 23, 2022

It’s a downright magnificent film that puts most modern studio comedies to shame. There isn’t a single joke that doesn’t land with gut-busting precision (even the most ludicrous, over-the-top gags are deeply character-centric), and when the filmmakers want to slow things down and make you take stock of key relationships, Ahn and de Ray know precisely how to paint with light in order to make moments feel like memories. Read full review

Aurora Amidon

Jun 7, 2022

The epicenter of the film lies in its characters’ sexualities, from discussions about the unique struggle of gay Asian invisibility to refreshingly candid conversations regarding the minutiae of their sex lives. Read full review

RogerEbert.com Odie Henderson

Jun 3, 2022

Director Andrew Ahn proficiently handles the numerous plot lines, character conflicts, and the tonal shifts between raunch and sweetness. Read full review

Robert Daniels

Jun 2, 2022

The heart behind the familiar rom-com choices: the parting of two flames, the last-second pursuit to save a relationship and the happy ending that follows — cannot be doubted. It’s laughter and it’s loving that Ahn’s “Fire Island” gleefully contains. Read full review

Movie Nation Roger Moore

May 24, 2022

It’s all cute enough, campy enough and bawdy enough to pass muster. But when you title your film Fire Island you’re not just going where other films and series have gone before. You’re so “on the nose” that nothing we see will surprise. Read full review

Hannah Bae

May 31, 2022

Despite the shortcomings, Fire Island is a feel-good, enjoyable comedy and a celebration of queer, Asian American storytelling. Let’s hope its success paves the way for even more subversive films to come. Read full review

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BobbyPeru

Jun 3, 2022

It's a refreshing take on Pride and Prejudice. A romantic comedy full of wit and heart.

2 of 3 users found this helpful21

Cedzlicious

Nov 9, 2022

Splendid little gay film, i thought it was cute, certainly better then BROS or whatever the other one was called.

2 of 2 users found this helpful20

lachotadepuerto

Nov 10, 2022

Marvelously excellent film! Loved it so much 10/10 would reccomend to anyone looking for a laugh

3 of 3 users found this helpful30

Exceladeogun

Dec 8, 2022

Fire Island is a queer movie seeped in representation and a sprawling gay culture. It's wokeness that isn't heavy-handed, with witty and humourous dialogues. The relationship between the characters is very endearing and portrayed beautifully by the cast. The themes approached by Fire IslandFire Island is a queer movie seeped in representation and a sprawling gay culture. It's wokeness that isn't heavy-handed, with witty and humourous dialogues. The relationship between the characters is very endearing and portrayed beautifully by the cast. The themes approached by Fire Island aren't new, but they're done tastefully with a good twist. Fire Island isn't perfect, but it's sure to become a queer classic.… Expand

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JeBjBo

Aug 20, 2022

Just a whole lot of fun! And everyone is so hot, honestly. I'm excited to see what Joel Kim Booster does next.

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JingSAN

Apr 15, 2023

2023415, Not too bad.Watching this only because i am so bored..................................................................

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flowerpower

Jun 4, 2022

Boring, hated it. Would rather watch paint dry. Avoid it...................

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

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