A fearless crew of inventive young women turn shoplifting into a radical act of defiance.
Critics' Reviews
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Almost eight years after his incendiary and brilliant “Sorry to Bother You,” Boots Riley is back with another righteous middle finger to capitalism dressed in the fashion of a surreal comedy. It’s a remarkably clichéd critical device, but there truly is no doubt that you won’t see another movie like “I Love Boosters” this year, a film that feels like it sprung fully-formed from Riley’s dreams and past creative visions. A film bursting with ideas, some of them never find a way to fully connect, either to each other or the audience, but that’s where the endlessly charming Keke Palmer comes in to hold Riley’s vision together when it threatens to burst apart. “I Love Boosters” is a wickedly clever skewering of the moral rot at the center of the fashion industry delivered with enough vision to make your eyes hurt.
Full Cast of I Love Boosters
Keke Palmer
Corvette
Keke Palmer played a pivotal role in the indie comedy 'I Love Boosters,' delivering a performance that was both charming and compelling. Critics praised her for bringing authenticity and a distinct energy to her character, making her stand out in a film filled with quirky personalities. What made Palmer's portrayal unique was her ability to blend comedic timing with genuine emotional depth, creating a relatable and memorable figure that resonated with audiences. Behind the scenes, a lesser-known fact is that Keke improvised several of her lines during filming, contributing to some of the movie's funniest and most spontaneous moments, which were retained in the final cut.
Crew of I Love Boosters
Full backstage crew list →- Released May 21, 2026