It's Pat

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  • PG-13
  • 1994
  • 1 hr 17 min
  • 2.8  (10,463)

It's Pat is a 1994 comedy film about a person named Pat who has an ambiguous gender. Pat is played by Julia Sweeney in a way that is both hilarious and poignant. Pat is a character whose gender is never revealed, and the film is all about the people around Pat trying to figure it out. The movie opens with a scene of Pat working at a mobile library where they meet Chris, played by Dave Foley. Chris is immediately attracted to Pat, but cannot figure out whether Pat is a man or a woman. As the movie progresses, Chris and his friend, Kyle (played by Charles Rocket) become fixated on figuring out Pat's gender.

Throughout the film, Pat encounters various people who try to determine their gender. In one scene, a group of businessmen try to guess whether Pat is a man or a woman through a series of questions, while in another, a doctor runs a series of tests to try and figure it out.

As Pat's gender remains ambiguous, the movie delves into the absurdity of gender norms and how they shape our perceptions of people. The film was made before the current discussions around gender were mainstream, so it is interesting to see how the movie tackles the subject with humor and sensitivity.

The movie is full of hilarious scenes, such as when Pat goes on a game show and the host is forced to refer to Pat as "it" throughout the episode. The movie also pokes fun at gender roles and stereotypes, with Pat being unable to keep up the facade of being male or female in certain situations.

The film tackles the issue of gender head-on, and as a result, it has been praised for its message of inclusivity and acceptance. It's Pat was ahead of its time in many ways, and today it still stands as a relevant film that challenges our preconceptions about gender.

Julia Sweeney's performance as Pat is outstanding. She plays the character with a mix of innocence and uncertainty. The character of Pat is not meant to be a caricature or a punchline, but rather someone who is struggling to be themselves in a world that is constantly trying to label them.

David Foley and Charles Rocket provide much of the comedic relief in the film, with Foley's character being drawn to Pat's unique personality, while Rocket's character is more obsessed with figuring out Pat's gender.

Overall, It's Pat is an endearing and hilarious film that challenges our preconceived notions about gender. The movie's message of inclusivity and acceptance is just as important today as it was when the film was released. It's Pat is a must-see film for anyone who appreciates smart, subversive comedy that makes you think.

It's Pat is a 1994 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 2.8.

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  • Release Date
    1994
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 17 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    2.8  (10,463)