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Zerophilia

  • 2005
  • 1h 30m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
2.5K
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Gina Bellman, Taylor Handley, Kyle Schmid, Marieh Delfino, and Rebecca Mozo in Zerophilia (2005)
ZEROPHILIA Theatrical Trailer
Luke, a young man insecure about masculinity, must solve the mystery of his sexuality before his rare genetic condition, Zerophilia, transforms him into a female.
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High-Concept ComedyRomantic ComedyComedyRomance

In this sexually ambiguous romantic comedy, Luke, a naive college student, struggles with issues of masculinity while he comes to terms with a rare genetic disorder that causes the afflicted... Read allIn this sexually ambiguous romantic comedy, Luke, a naive college student, struggles with issues of masculinity while he comes to terms with a rare genetic disorder that causes the afflicted to switch gender at will.In this sexually ambiguous romantic comedy, Luke, a naive college student, struggles with issues of masculinity while he comes to terms with a rare genetic disorder that causes the afflicted to switch gender at will.

  • Director
    • Martin Curland
  • Writer
    • Martin Curland
  • Stars
    • Taylor Handley
    • Dustin Seavey
    • Alison Folland
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    2.5K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Martin Curland
    • Writer
      • Martin Curland
    • Stars
      • Taylor Handley
      • Dustin Seavey
      • Alison Folland
    • 16User reviews
    • 10Critic reviews
    • 41Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins total

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    Taylor Handley
    Taylor Handley
    • Luke
    Dustin Seavey
    Dustin Seavey
    • Keenan
    Alison Folland
    Alison Folland
    • Janine
    Kyle Schmid
    Kyle Schmid
    • Max
    Rebecca Mozo
    Rebecca Mozo
    • Michelle
    Adam Zolotin
    Adam Zolotin
    • Chad
    Gina Bellman
    Gina Bellman
    • Sydney
    Chris Meyer
    Chris Meyer
    • Jeremy
    Marieh Delfino
    Marieh Delfino
    • Luca
    Rick Stear
    • Sydney
    Kelly LeBrock
    Kelly LeBrock
    • Woman in RV
    • Director
      • Martin Curland
    • Writer
      • Martin Curland
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    8catfish-er

    Seriously funny

    I saw ZEROPHILIA on Showtime last night; and, I found it to be is a very unusual and unique comedy, to say the least.

    First off, the cast is wonderful and each character is likable. That's only because the acting was so exceptional. Taylor Handley as Luke; and, Marieh Delfino as Luka really pulled this one off. They look enough alike; but, it's the attitude, mannerisms and gestures that really work.

    Also, Rebecca Mozo as Michelle and Kyle Schmid as Max are excellent foils to our hero/heroine. In addition, I was absolutely thrilled to see Gina Bellmen (of Coupling fame) in her role as Dr. Sydney – WOW, what a performance!

    ZEROPHILIA is easy-going and non-judgmentally in its presentation of gender roles – I mean just look at the title sequence, "Microangelo Entertainment" and "Scambled Egg Productions" – these guys aren't taking themselves too seriously.
    Gordon-11

    Innovative, positive and entertaining

    This film is an affirmative coming of age film for a teenage man with a condition that makes him change sex when he has sex.

    The plot is very original and innovative. I have never thought about anything remotely like that before! On the surface, it is a film about an imaginary genetic condition called zerophilia. It explores self discovery and self acceptance. Luke finds out that he in fact like guys, tries to change this but fails. Then he accepted himself as who he is, and starts a relationship with Max. This very much mirrors the sexual discovery of adolescents.

    This film brings a positive message about self acceptance, as highlighted in the symbolic scene of Luke given a light blue top for ladies. It's OK whoever you choose to be.

    The positive message is portrayed in an entertaining way. I hope this message can reach a wider audience!
    9taigezhang-1

    truly creative, weird, and funny

    I was walking down the street when I... anyways I met the director and got tickets to see the world premiere of it at Rebel Fest in Toronto. It should have been in the TIFF, but it didn't meet the deadline.

    The movie is "so creative" as my friend put it and I haven't seen anything like that for a long time. Both of us are taking film courses in college.

    The premise is the main character has a disease that changes his gender in minutes when he gets turned on. My only complaint is that it's hd quality and not widescreen.

    I think most people would enjoy this film's quirky subject, and comedic dialogues. Unlike most films, Zerophila isn't predictable and not conservative. Also there's also some sort of frog motif going on in there.
    westpenn49

    Fun, Sweet, Sensitive and lovely

    I suppose that my summary says it all I had medium expectations for this film. I liked the concept but was worried that it would be played for the wrong laughs and bathroom humor. Instead I, and you will be as well, was rewarded with a sensitive and witty look at how we deal with our own identities.

    Luke has to work through the age old question of "who he is" though he is working in some unfamiliar territory.

    Pay attention to the dance of characters and you will not be too startled in the end. Though the premise is far fetched the director has managed to pull it off delicately and satisfactorily.

    I loved all the leads, but found the character named Jeanine to be the wisest of the bunch.
    9smiling-o

    I haven't laughed so much in ages.... it was great and I hope it gets distribution.

    Writer/Director Martin Curland did a great job. I loved it.

    I was invited to a screening of Zerophilia at Westwood Crest Theatre November 16, 05 in the LA area and it was great to see the theatre packed. It's a romantic comedy with a twist. The audience loved it. I'm not one to laugh easily at films, but, this one had me laughing out loud a lot.

    I hope these guys get distribution.

    The theatre was packed and everyone was clapping and smiling at the end. You could tell by the faces that everyone loved it.

    I went in without knowing a thing about the premise line and never looked at the trailer. It took me by complete surprise. A cute movie that really does a great job of highlighting love for a person no matter what the gender is. It's a great comic fantasy. With a twist I'd never thought of.

    You are what you are! Good job...;)

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    Related interests

    Jim Carrey in Liar Liar (1997)
    High-Concept Comedy
    Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal in When Harry Met Sally... (1989)
    Romantic Comedy
    Will Ferrell in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)
    Comedy
    Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca (1942)
    Romance

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    • Trivia
      Though no mammals exhibit zerophilia, some amphibians can change sex when their population doesn't have enough of the one sex to propagate the species.
    • Quotes

      Luca: [Keenan has just suggested that Luca ask Michelle whether she would consider a relationship with a zerophiliac] No way I'm gonna ask her that!

      Keenan: Well, you have to! Come on, where are your 'nads, man?

      Keenan: [the two exchange a look] We'll get 'em back.

    • Connections
      Featured in Midnight Screenings: Kung Pow! Enter the Fist/Code 8/Zerophilia (2022)
    • Soundtracks
      Rattle On
      Written & Performed by Larry Thomas Moore, Chris Wood, Frank Ewing and Bob Cahill

      Performed by Downtown Harvest

      By Arrangement with Beond Management

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    • Release date
      • October 13, 2006 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Зерофилия
    • Filming locations
      • Boston Mill, Shedd, Oregon, USA
    • Production companies
      • Microangelo Entertainment
      • Scrambled Eggs Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $450,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $7,763
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $2,616
      • Oct 15, 2006
    • Gross worldwide
      • $7,763
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 30m(90 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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