The Rise of a Tomboy
Directed by Guo Dalei · 2016 ·
The Rise of a Tomboy (2016) earns a 48% Celluloid Score — Not Recommended. Not Recommended — reception was largely negative.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Not confirmed on any major streaming platform yet — check local listings.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (49/100).
- Audience reception was lukewarm (53%).
- Celluloid Score 48% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
- Anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick
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Is The Rise of a Tomboy worth watching?
No — The Rise of a Tomboy earns a 48% Celluloid Score. Not Recommended — reception was largely negative.
Celluloid Verdict
Zhao Liying sports-romance comedy — light theatrical fare from her mid-2010s film slate.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is The Rise of a Tomboy about?
In the rising populations of Tomboys in China, one rise up to develop a "Love Formula" App to find true love. Will the Love Coach, Do, played by Simon Twu, be able to save the world in helping people finding True Love?
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