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Be Somebody (2016): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Be Somebody is a 2016 film directed by Joshua Caldwell. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $15,395 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.

IMDb rating
5.6/10
worldwide gross
$15.4K
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Be Somebody (2016) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Joshua Caldwell
Original language
Chinese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Be Somebody About?

The premise of Be Somebody without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Pop sensation Jordan Jaye, yearning for a break from the spotlight, finds unexpected solace in a quiet small town. There, he meets Emily Lowe, an artist with a different perspective on life. As Jordan and Emily navigate their contrasting worlds, they discover shared passions and forge an unlikely connection. Their journey leads to a heartwarming exploration of first love, self-discovery, and the importance of genuine relationships.

Be Somebody Themes & Keywords

· 31 tags
  • woman wears a gas mask
  • pop star as protagonist
  • mother son relationship
  • parents daughter relationship
  • pizza delivery girl
  • teenage boy as protagonist
  • high school
  • teenage pop star
  • female artist
  • interracial marriage
  • ex boyfriend ex girlfriend relationship
  • world tour
+19 more
  • skateboarding
  • gas station
  • going bowling
  • school vandalism
  • stencil
  • football field
  • sunrise
  • teenage romance
  • kiss on cheek
  • reference to a senior prom
  • limousine
  • 17 year old boy
  • incognito
  • prom date
  • teenage girl
  • mean girl
  • awol
  • tour bus
  • teen idol
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Crew

The Director of Be Somebody

Directed by Joshua Caldwell.

From the director

More from Joshua Caldwell

More films directed by Joshua Caldwell, best-rated first: Mending the Line, Infamous and Negative.

Full filmography
Ratings

Be Somebody Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Be Somebody 5.6/10.

Plot

Be Somebody Plot Summary

What happens in Be Somebody from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Jordan Jaye, played by Matthew Espinosa, is a young pop star in the midst of his tour. During a brief stop, he steps off the bus, only for it to pull away before he can get back on. While wandering the town, his eyes catch a poster, but his moment of peace is short-lived when a group of enthusiastic fans spots him, prompting him to flee. In his flight, he collides with Emily Lowe, portrayed by Sarah Jeffery, a pizza delivery girl who is utterly uninterested in his celebrity status.

Full summary

The whole story of Be Somebody, scene by scene

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Box office

Be Somebody Box Office

Be Somebody grossed $15,395 worldwide.

2016 box office

Worldwide gross

$15.4K

US & Canada
$15.4K
Videos

Be Somebody Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Be Somebody.

BE SOMEBODY | Official Trailer (HD)
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Be Somebody?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who portrays the pop star Jordan Jaye in the film?

Details

Be Somebody Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “비 섬바디” and “Simples Como o Amor”.

Also known as
  • 비 섬바디
  • Simples Como o Amor
  • Po prostu być
  • Légy valaki
  • Jdi svou cestou
  • Под Личиной
  • Ser Alguien
  • להיות מישהו
  • Biri Olmak
  • 出人头地
  • Oser rêver
  • Fii cineva!
+1 more
  • 비 썸바디

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FAQ

Be Somebody FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Be Somebody, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Be Somebody?

Be Somebody runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Be Somebody released?

Be Somebody was released on June 10, 2016.

Who directed Be Somebody?

Be Somebody was directed by Joshua Caldwell.

More films by Joshua Caldwell

How much did Be Somebody make at the box office?

Be Somebody grossed $15,395 worldwide.

How is Be Somebody rated?

Be Somebody has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 65% on TMDB, 2.1/5 on Letterboxd and 4.3/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Be Somebody have a post-credit scene?

No. Be Somebody has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Be Somebody in?

The original language of Be Somebody is Chinese.

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