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Femme (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Femme is a 2024 thriller directed by Sam H. Freeman and Ng Choon Ping, starring Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as Jules, George MacKay and John McCrea. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $385,589 worldwide. Critics gave it 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
93%
worldwide gross
$385.6K
Echo Score
72
Metascore
69
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Femme (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Genre
Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Femme About?

The premise of Femme without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

After a successful show, rising drag star Jules, known as Aphrodite Banks, is viciously attacked by a gang, leaving him shaken and struggling with his identity. The brutal assault leaves a lasting impact, forcing him to confront the fragility of his confidence and the challenges of navigating London's vibrant drag scene.

Femme Themes & Keywords

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  • beating
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  • revenge
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Cast & crew

Femme Cast & Characters

Nathan Stewart-Jarrett leads the cast as Jules, with George MacKay as Preston and John McCrea as Toby. Directed by Sam H. Freeman and Ng Choon Ping; 16 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Femme Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Femme 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 72/100, strongest in character & emotion (80) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).

72 /100

Femme Echo Score Breakdown

The film offers a distinctive fusion of sensuous visuals and strong central performances, yet its narrative unevenness tempers the experience. While the direction and cinematography often create a compelling atmosphere, the pacing occasionally stumbles toward a conventional resolution. The performances convey complex emotional layers, even as the dialogue sometimes lacks subtlety. Sensory elements engage through lighting and composition, though the soundtrack is less memorable. The film’s replay value is moderate due to its structural flaws offset by its bold stylistic choices. Overall, Femme leaves a mixed but engaging impression.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 75

    In terms of art and craft, the film frequently achieves a compelling visual style through measured lighting and deliberate framing. Critics highlight its gorgeously mounted sequences and the interplay of shadow and silhouette. However, some observers note occasional lapses into sloppy visual transitions that disrupt cohesion. Overall, the film’s visual approach is generally striking despite uneven moments in execution.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film benefits from nuanced central performances that explore inner tension and desire. The leads deliver layered portrayals of trauma and conflict, imbuing their interactions with palpable chemistry. Yet at times the dialogue lacks nuance, undercutting emotional resonance. In summary, the characters remain compelling despite occasional narrative underdevelopment.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of story and flow, the narrative offers an intriguing reversal of revenge tropes balanced by fresh thematic reflections. The pacing builds suspense effectively, though the sudden shift to a conventional resolution feels abrupt. Critics also point to moments of thematic repetition that dilute engagement. Overall, the plot maintains interest but falters in structural consistency.

  • Sensory Experience 78

    When it comes to sensory experience, the film excels in its tactile use of lighting and soundscapes to evoke mood. Reviewers highlight the sensuous interplay of color and shadow, as well as a restrained sound design that underscores tension. Still, some note that the musical score does not always reinforce the visual intensity. Overall, sensory elements largely enhance the atmosphere.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    In terms of rewatch factor, the film’s stylistic boldness offers rewards on repeat viewings through subtle thematic nuances. The layered imagery and conceptual inversions invite reconsideration, though the emotional intensity can feel overwhelming. The conventional narrative resolution also limits lasting appeal. Overall, the film’s replay value is moderate but supported by its artful moments.

Plot

Femme Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Femme from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Jules has just finished one of his shows at an East London nightclub and steps outside to smoke, only to realize he’s out of cigarettes. He spots a heavily tattooed young man, Preston, watching him from afar before Preston abruptly slips away. Later, Jules goes into a convenience shop to buy cigarettes while in full drag and encounters Preston again, now flanked by a group of friends. They hurl homophobic slurs at Jules, who nonchalantly points out that Preston was checking him out. Enraged, Preston follows Jules out of the shop and brutally assaults him.

Full summary

The whole story of Femme, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Femme Box Office

Femme grossed $385,589 worldwide. $187,053 came from the US and Canada and $198,536 (51%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$385.6K

US & Canada
$187.1K
International
$198.5K
US & Canada 49% Rest of the world 51%
Videos

Femme Trailers & Videos

5 videos: 3 trailers, 1 clip and 1 featurette.

Official UK Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official US Trailer
  • Clip Clip
  • Featurette 'Femme' with filmmakers | Academy Conversations
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Femme?

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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What is the name of the drag performer who is assaulted early in the film?

Details

Femme Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “變裝皇后復仇記” and “Femme - Seduction is revenge”.

Also known as
  • 變裝皇后復仇記
  • Femme - Seduction is revenge
  • 펨므
  • 女气
  • Женщина
  • נשי
  • 皇后復仇中
  • ล่อแค้น
  • فيم

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FAQ

Femme FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Femme?

Femme runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Femme released?

Femme was released on March 22, 2024.

Who directed Femme?

Femme was directed by Sam H. Freeman and Ng Choon Ping.

Who is in the cast of Femme?

Femme stars Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as Jules, George MacKay as Preston and John McCrea as Toby, among 16 credited actors.

How much did Femme make at the box office?

Femme grossed $385,589 worldwide ($187,053 domestic, $198,536 international).

How is Femme rated?

Femme has 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, 69 on Metacritic, 69% on TMDB and 3.7/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Femme have a post-credit scene?

No. Femme has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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