I Love Boosters Film
A group of shoplifters target a cutthroat fashion mogul in this absurdist crime comedy. With its ensemble cast and maximalist style, I Love Boosters is a wild adventure that combines satire and social commentary.
Dir: Boots Riley
Cast: Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle
113 mins · 2026 · United States of America · Cert 18 · English
IMDb 6.6/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 92% · Metacritic 71/100 · TMDB 6.3/10 · Trakt 68%
Awards: 4 nominations total
In the film I Love Boosters, a group of professional shoplifters embark on a daring adventure, stealing clothes from a cutthroat fashion maven and reselling them at a lower price, which they call "fashion-forward philanthropy". Directed by Boots Riley, the film features an ensemble cast, including Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, and LaKeith Stanfield. This 2026 American comedy is a thought-provoking critique of capitalism, with a unique blend of humor and social commentary.
The film has received positive reviews from critics, with a 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 71 out of 100 on Metacritic. Viewers have also shared their thoughts on the film, with some praising its originality and satire, while others have criticized its tone and messaging. With its vibrant visuals and unpredictable twists, I Love Boosters is a film that will keep you entertained and engaged.
The Gulbenkian Arts Centre in Canterbury will be screening I Love Boosters on Tuesday, 8 December 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Boots Riley's latest film, which has been described as a "maximalist delight" and a "raucous capitalist critique".
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What viewers say
siggi963 · 5/10
This movie is typical and even caricatured black American humour which is just not my type of humour. I find it silly, often idiotic but never funny. Though I understand that many other people like this kind of humour. To them I say “Enjoy this movie”, but I can’t.
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kwontuum · 5/10
It seems that with I Love Boosters, Boots Riley decided what he wanted to preach before he figured out the plot or characters. The result is a sloppy, yet intermittently entertaining mess that ultimately disappoints. The movie starts off promisingly, with genuinely funny moments from Keke Palmer, Will Poulter, Demi Moore, and the rest of the cast. But as the story expands, the film quickly loses focus and wastes its talented ensemble. Characters…
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nanachosp · 9/10
I love when films are just fun but in an unhinged, silly way. The world of I Love Boosters is absurd, maximalist, highly colorful and very camp, which is why the film works so well as a satirical comedy about capitalism with a chaotic twist. Everything is extravagant and ridiculous but so entertaining to watch, specially with the practical effects and the hilarious characters played by the main cast girls. If you've seen Boots Riley's previous…
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great_vc · 1/10
of course if you hate them movie you are not clever enough you like explosions and shooting and you didn't understand the allegory and cleverness artistic of the film. Well thank God. Worst movie i've seen this year. Awful. And i like weird and movies that do not make sense but this was below garbage. Do not believe the hype of all the pretentious people. What a waste of Gonzalez beauty.
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BohemianEmpress
I love this film! Wonderful actors, comical, and it was well worth the watch!
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willcurran · 8/10
Sorry to bother you part 2. I’m here for it. Another hit.
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CapnJazzHandz · 9/10
A leftist fever dream that is destined to become an absolute classic. Incredible acting, practical effects, costumes, and soundtrack. See this as soon as possible.
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Farnsworth2 · 8/10
Well that was unexpected, original and a lot of fun!
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