Spoiler Alert Review

"Spoiler Alert" is a queer romantic drama and biographical film.

The film was directed by Michael Showalter.

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Jim Parsons stars as a dorky TV writer who falls in love with Kit Cowan, but Kit dies at the end of the film.

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"Spoiler Alert" stars Jim Parsons as Michael Ausiello, a gay man in New York City.

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It's a charming turn for the actor, best known for "The Big Bang Theory".

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The love scenes between Michael and Kit are honest and heartfelt.

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They're clumsy and awkward and sweet.

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"Spoiler Alert" is a moving, beautiful love story that transcends its "niche" subject-matter.

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The film's not about the "tragedy" or struggles of being born gay.

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Instead, it celebrates the 2SLGBTQ+ community and focuses on telling a relatable story.

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