IMDb 7.5 2017 HD

Turn It Around

Turn It Around

2017
Drama Romance
10 min NR NL
6.3 / 10
7.5 IMDB

When the fifteen year old Bram meets Florian at a house party, he immediately falls for him. There's only one problem: nobody knows Bram is gay.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Niels Bourgonje / Pieter Veenhof / Janne Schmidt / Iris de Git
Starring
Valentijn Avé / Tonko Bossen / Timo Dries / Max Berserik / Faye Gunther / Faye Schumacher

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

earnest relatable sensitive introspective hopeful anxious coming-of-age understated poignant authentic quiet vulnerable

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Apr 13, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

With a premise centred on a clandestine crush, Turn It Around offers a poignant exploration of adolescent self-discovery. Valentijn Avé anchors the film with a performance that captures the awkwardness and intensity of young love. The narrative unfolds…

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Oliver Thorne
Apr 13, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A beautifully understated gem, Turn It Around excels in its sensitive portrayal of a young gay teenager's first significant romantic awakening. Valentijn Avé delivers a star-making performance, imbuing Bram with a palpable mix of hope and anxiety. The…

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 13, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Turn It Around presents a familiar coming-of-age narrative with a specific focus on the challenges of coming out. The central performance by Valentijn Avé is earnest, conveying the apprehension of a young person harbouring a secret crush. The…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 13, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a refreshingly honest look at the complexities of being young and discovering your truth. The performances, particularly from Valentijn Avé, are nuanced and compelling. He embodies Bram’s vulnerability with a quiet strength that is captivating. The…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 13, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Turn It Around delves into the tender, often awkward, territory of first love and hidden identity with a quiet sincerity. Valentijn Avé as Bram captures the nervous energy and hopeful longing of a fifteen-year-old on the cusp of…

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