Boogie (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Boogie is a 2021 drama directed by Eddie Huang, starring Pamelyn Chee as Mrs. Chin, Taylor Takahashi and Steve Coulter. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $4.2 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. Critics gave it 41% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Director
- Eddie Huang
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Focus Features
- Budget
- $20M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Boogie About?
The premise of Boogie without spoilers.
A charismatic basketball prodigy, Boogie Chin, navigates the challenges of adolescence in Queens. Balancing intense parental expectations with his aspirations on the court proves difficult as he experiences the complexities of high school, new relationships, and fierce competition. He must ultimately forge his own path and discover what truly matters to him.
Boogie Themes & Keywords
· 7 tags- basketball
- 2020s
- 21st century
- basketball sport
- coming of age drama
- interracial romance
- parents
Boogie Cast & Characters
Pamelyn Chee leads the cast as Mrs. Chin, with Taylor Takahashi as Alfred 'Boogie' Chin and Steve Coulter as Mr. Richmond. Directed by Eddie Huang; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Eddie Huang
- Pamelyn Chee as Mrs. Chin
- Taylor Takahashi as Alfred 'Boogie' Chin
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Taylour Paige as Eleanor
Also Starring in Boogie
· 6 more- Domenick Lombardozzi Coach Hawkins
- Jorge Lendeborg Jr. Richie
- Perry Yung Mr. Chin
- Mike Moh Melvin
- Pop Smoke Monk
- Dave East
Boogie Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Boogie 41% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 42/100, strongest in character & emotion (50) and weakest in art & craft (35).
Boogie Echo Score Breakdown
The film’s reception is largely mixed with significant reservations regarding its narrative coherence and direction. Critics frequently mention a lack of script polish and a confused tonal identity that limits engagement, while some viewers appreciate naturalistic performances and dramatic moments. Performances, particularly from emerging actors, earn intermittent praise but do not fully offset structural weaknesses. The balance of uneven storytelling and sporadic strengths yields an overall impression of a modestly ambitious debut that fails to consistently deliver.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 35
In terms of art and craft, the film’s direction lacks a clear stylistic vision, leading to a disjointed visual tone. Production design and cinematography offer occasional glimpses of authentic street settings but are undermined by uneven editing rhythm. Efforts at crafting a cohesive atmosphere falter when scene transitions feel abrupt. Overall, the film’s technical execution struggles to establish a consistent aesthetic.
- Character & Emotion 50
When it comes to character and emotion, performances show varying quality throughout the film. Acting from the lead is criticized for lacking depth and likability, while secondary performers receive occasional commendation for naturalistic delivery. Emotional resonance fluctuates as character arcs do not always develop fully, resulting in limited audience connection. Ultimately, the uneven character portrayals reduce the film’s emotional impact.
- Story & Flow 45
In terms of story and flow, the script struggles with coherence and originality, generating a sense of predictability. Pacing is uneven as some dramatic sequences linger while others rush through key developments. Plot structure is undermined by a lack of thematic focus, causing narrative threads to feel disconnected. Overall, the storyline provides occasional engagement but fails to sustain interest consistently.
- Sensory Experience 50
When it comes to sensory experience, the film offers modest audio and visual elements that rarely elevate scenes. The soundtrack underscores key moments but lacks distinctive themes, and sound design is serviceable without notable texture. Visual style reflects a naturalistic color palette, yet poorly integrated lighting and framing choices limit cohesion. Overall, the sensory components remain functionally adequate but not compelling.
- Rewatch Factor 40
In terms of rewatch factor, the film offers limited incentive for subsequent viewings. While certain performances and dramatic sequences deliver brief enjoyment, recurring structural flaws and narrative gaps diminish lasting appeal. The uneven execution of thematic elements and inconsistent tonal shifts reduces the desire to revisit the material. Overall, the movie’s modest strengths do not outweigh its shortcomings, resulting in low replay value.
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IMDb 5.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 41% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 56%
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Metacritic 54 Metascore
User score 6.0
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TMDB 57% User score
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Letterboxd 2.4 /5
10 ratings
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Movie Insider 4.6 /5
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Boogie Box Office & Budget
Boogie grossed $4.2 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 21% of what it cost. $4.2 million came from the US and Canada and $12,403 (0%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$4.2M
21% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $4.2M
- International
- $12.4K
- Budget
- $20M
Boogie Trailers & Videos
11 videos: 1 trailer and 10 clips.
- Clip Beef and Broccoli
- Clip Parental Love
- Clip Monks Scouting Report
- Clip Life Lessons with Uncle Jackie
Cars in Boogie
20 cars on screen, including the 2005 Lincoln Town Car and the Chevrolet Camaro.
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Chevrolet Camaro Minor role -
Ford Crown Victoria Minor role -
GMC RTS Minor role
Boogie Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “Érase una vez en Queens” and “Буги”.
- Also known as
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- Érase una vez en Queens
- Буги
- 布吉
- 부기
- בוגי
- Bugijs
- 布吉闖籃關
- Bugis
- บูกี้
- Буґі
- 寶記闖籃關
- بوغي
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- बूगी
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Boogie FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Boogie, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Boogie?
Boogie runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was Boogie released?
Boogie was released on March 5, 2021.
Who directed Boogie?
Boogie was directed by Eddie Huang.
More films by Eddie Huang Who is in the cast of Boogie?
Boogie stars Pamelyn Chee as Mrs. Chin, Taylor Takahashi as Alfred 'Boogie' Chin and Steve Coulter as Mr. Richmond, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Boogie make at the box office?
Boogie grossed $4.2 million worldwide ($4.2 million domestic, $12,403 international) on a budget of $20 million.
How is Boogie rated?
Boogie has 5.2/10 on IMDb, 41% on Rotten Tomatoes, 54 on Metacritic and 57% on TMDB.
Does Boogie have a post-credit scene?
No. Boogie has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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