Somewhere around the beginning of the movie, i remembered that even though I love theatre, i really cannot stand theatre kids

You have to like and understand the theatre and creative types to really like this film. It is about 30 minutes too long. There are funny jokes but not enough to last nearly two hours.

i laughed my ass off and then i cried like a baby...I LOVED IT...i know i promised myself no more buying films unless they're classics, but i might make an exception...long live JIMMY TATRO

Theater Camp accomplishes holding a mirror to this already dramatic community — wherein all stereotypes have been ridiculously stretched — while also reaffirming how important these getaways are to campers and counselors alike. After the camp’s matriarch, Joan (Amy Sedaris), suffers a coma-inducing seizure from a school production’s strobe light, her son, Troy (Jimmy Tatro), is tasked with running the Camp AdirondACTS, which is insolvent. Tatro does what Tatro does best here, selfie-stick and all. Several stories and relationships are playing out contemporaneously here, but most importantly, the story does not become a rivalry between camps — except for a mixer between the theater camp and the generic wealthy-kid camp, the campers from the latter are largely left out of the story. Theater kids are a combination of adult interests — theater history, fashion, politics, etc. — and adolescent issues. The way counselors — Ben Platt, Molly Gordon, Nathan Lee Graham, Owen Thiele, et al. — interact with them is what generates the comedy. “Says you’re allergic to polyester. Why?” Amazing. The ending is bizarre — with an excellent Deus Ex Machina — which is bolstered by the fact that no one seems to acknowledge that this is a play for campers, yet the impromptu star, Glenn (Noah Galvin), is an adult. I loved it. Theater Camp makes you feel good. It lovingly skewers its own — and now that I’m marrying a “theater kid” I have an appreciation for the processes and procedures that coincide with acting, in all its many forms. Although I’d probably roll my eyes out of my head, I want to hang out with this crew anyway.

I'm a sucker for mockumentary style movies and "Theater Camp" is no exception. The performances are exaggerated and over-the-top (especially from Ben Platt), which is fitting for the setting. I was not a theater kid, so I didn't relate to a lot of the material but I could see the passion coming through. The movie does an admirable job of balancing humor and stakes. There were multiple "laugh out loud" moments for me; the tear stick, reading of past lives and Troy getting hyped from "Better Now". I would have liked a stronger connection to the kids at the camp. The final song is fantastic, but it could have been better with more development of the children. Best Character: Glenn Best Quote: "I learned to live in my truth as a heterosexual man." - Devon Best Scene: The Auditions Best Song: "Camp Isn't Home"

This was so good and I wasn't expecting it at all, although maybe I should have based on the trailer. If you laugh during the trailer, this is going to work for you. It's really funny, in a dry, people-are-idiots, Arrested Development sort of way; the characters are so ridiculous it's great. It has a cute ending and, if you like musicals, the songs at the end might even move you a little. All in all, this is really well done. I think it nails what it's trying to be, and I could see it having high rewatchability.

brings back my regrets of not being involved in theater as a kid.

DNF at 27:12. Too camp for me.

great production values, direction and writing come together to create an absolutely RICH piece of moderns art. GREAT music and message aside, the goofy comedy and captivating performances make this film a mist see for anyone with any interest in theater even if that interest is almost nonexistent. 9.6/10

I could have watched this 100 times during Sundance. The cast is hilarious, and the kids did an incredible job improvising.

This mockumentary is lots of fun and not too long. I recommend it!

Fine. I agree w/the audience consensus (only for theater kids)

This modern mockumentary pokes fun at everyone. It is funny in parts, but ultimately suffers due to its essentially weak storyline of the eccentric staff of a rundown theatre camp band together to keep things operational when the beloved founder's inept son assumes control. Having said that though, theatre kids past and present will likely love it.

Really tried to like this, as a huge fan of musical theatre, but couldn't even finish it. Got about 2/3 through it and just had to stop. They were trying way too hard, and it all fell flat. I could tell where they wanted me to laugh, but I definitely didn't get to that point. Too bad too, as I'm a fan of Ben Platt.

Too conventional to be really subversive. Also while the movie is funny it does get a little one note.

This is one of the most subtle summer movies you'll watch at least once in a while. Very heartwarming from start to finish, some good laughs and an awesome ending that can lighten your heart up. Sure, Troy was annoying at the start but he does get better as the movie goes on especially on what the camp means to not only his mother but for the kids, too. Amos and Rebecca carry the story along with the other teachers. Although, wish there was more Ayo Edebiri since she is a new teacher of the camp, after all. Not to mention, even the kids put up a great performance. Overall, I'm glad I gave this movie a watch. It won't please everyone, but it does please anyone who are big time theater addicts and even anyone who would love to watch a feels good movie. 8/10.

Los mockumentaries son excelentes, pero los documentale falsos que además tienen comedia musical y mucho corazón??? Bellísima, me emocioné más de lo que pensaba.

This is a great movie that gives you a peak behind the world of theatre and the people who make it great.

oh to be glen simply rolling down a hill

Probably more enjoyable if you're a Theater kid and can relate to the characters. I'm also not a fan of mockumentaries, it's just not for me. So, to my disappointment, because I really like Ben Platt and Ayo Edebiri, I couldn't get through more than half an hour of this movie.