Hayley Kiyoko's directorial debut struggles with clichés and mixed reviews
Hayley Kiyoko's directorial debut, Girls Like Girls, was released amid mixed reviews on Friday. Critics described the film as a predictable portrayal of sapphic romance, noting its heavy-handed nostalgia and lack of depth. While Kiyoko aims to promote queer representation, the film struggles to transcend its clichés and deliver a compelling narrative.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 11:00 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 21:50 UTC
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