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EMO the Musical is an Australian comedy-drama musical film released in 2016. It was directed by Neil Triffett, who also wrote the script and music for the movie. The film features a talented cast including Benson Jack Anthony, Jordan Hare, and Rahart Adams. The film story revolves around Ethan, a high school student who has an intense interest in emo music and dresses. He is drawn to the subculture of people who express their emotions and individuality through their hairstyles, clothing, and emotional music. Ethan is an outcast at his school, and he is constantly bullied by his classmates.

Things take a dramatic turn when Trinity, a Christian girl who has also just joined their high school, discovers and falls for Ethan’s unique talent. She appreciates him for who he is, unlike his other classmates. Trinity has her own secret, she is part of her school's Christian worship group. She attends every session and sings and dances with joy. And she wants Ethan to join in too.

However, the Christian group at school is not welcoming to the emo subculture, whom they perceive as weird and threatening to their beliefs. Trinity's insistence on hanging out with Ethan and his emo friends threaten her reputation and friendships, causing tensions to rise.

The story takes an interesting plot twist when Ethan's bandmates from “Worst Day Ever” (Brett, a charismatic guitarist, and drummer/singer/songwriter, Ned) push him to exploit Trinity in his song lyrics to a viral video contest. The contest, sponsored by surprise guest judges, the coolest Emo band, in all of Australia! will select musicians to play in the upcoming festival, give them recording deals, and prizes. Ethan is hesitant at first but eventually writes a beautiful, heart-wrenching song for Trinity about their difficult relationship as he grapples with his identity issues.

He submits the song to the contest, and surprisingly their band wins. The victory of the band causes a commotion in the school, and they gain popularity. However, their victory is short-lived when Trinity hears the lyrics of the song and feels betrayed by Ethan. The lyrics reveal his complicated emotions, and she feels used.

The two groups clash when Trinity and her friends decide to boycott the concert, which leads to a series of twists and turns. The film's climax takes place at the music festival when Worst Day Ever finally has the opportunity to perform their music in front of a large crowd. It is a captivating moment when Ethan tries to win Trinity's heart once again by singing a new song, this time passionately expressing his love without ridiculing her beliefs. The performance is nothing short of riveting as it culminates with an unexpected end, leaving the audience with several moral lessons to ponder.

Overall, EMO the Musical is a beautiful, thought-provoking comedy-drama that subtly raises awareness about the intricate emotions, struggles, and identity issues teenagers face growing up. The film is relatable, especially to those who have felt like outcasts, battling to express their authentic selves in a society that constantly judges and ridicules them. It portrays the societal norms and the subcultures that exist within the school while tackling themes of acceptance, friendship, and love. It is a must-watch for anyone who loves musicals, comedies, or simply relatable coming-of-age tales.

EMO the Musical is a 2017 romance movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.0.