Justin Wu directed the romantic drama ‘Sidelined: The QB and Me’ which is set to release in 2024. The drama is based on Tay Marley’s most loved novel on watt pad “The QB Bad Boy and Me.” Siena Agudong is a dancer who wants to go to her deceased mother’s university. She plays Dallas Bryan in the film, meanwhile, Noah Beck assumes the role of a high school quarterback named Drayton Lahey who lost a family member. As young adults existing in a cutthroat world, the two characters face various challenges while falling in love and chasing their dreams.
Synopsis
From the above, it can be understood that Dallas Bryan is a dedicated dancer who plans to get a scholarship in CalArts. She keeps herself busy with dance, only to be rudely interrupted by Drayton Lahey, a star quarterback of the school, who barges into her life. Feeling confronted both by their personal goals and losses, they share a very complex bond which forces them to rethink their future.
Cast & Crew
- Siena Agudong as Dallas Bryan
- Noah Beck as Drayton Lahey
- Drew Ray Tanner as Nathan Bryan
- James Van Der Beek as Leroy Lahey
- Deborah Cox as Miss Alicia
Directed by Justin Wu, with a screenplay by Mary Gulino and Crystal Ferreiro.
IMDb Ratings
As of December 2024, the film holds an IMDb rating of 6.2/10, based on approximately 1,300 user reviews.
Personal Insights
The quest of young love and dreamy ambitions is expressed beautifully by this ”Sidelined: The QB and Me”. Siena Agudong portrays Dallas convincingly with her assertiveness and fragility when required. Beck Noah who is a social media influencer made his acting debut and plays the role of Drayton whose character is deep and somewhatlethargic. Because of their strong relationships, the audience can connect with the story while simultaneously enjoying it.
Cultural Significance
The movie is a mix of drive, determination and love life during teenage age. The film’s novel association with Wattpad is indicative of the emergence of online platforms in the documentary genre. The ensemble cast that includes Siena Agudong and Noah Beck shows the effort to be diverse in the current film industry.
Where to Watch
“Sidelined: The QB and Me” is available for streaming on Tubi, a free, ad-supported service.
