Overcompensating (2025)


Benny, a former football player in the closet, quickly becomes friends with Carmen, an outcast who tries to fit in at all costs.


A complex comedy set in college, "Overcompensating" tells the story of Benny, a former football player and prom king. Benny, who hasn't come out of the closet yet, forms a fast friendship with Carmen, who tries to fit in at all costs. With the guidance of Benny's older sister and the campus' legendary boyfriend, the duo try to cope with bad relationships, flavored vodka, and fake identities. Offering a narrative that is both funny and personal, the series reveals how far we can go when trying to find ourselves. Viewers will witness the characters' stories of growth and self-discovery, while also laughing at the characters' funny and complicated experiences.

The film was shot in America and has become especially popular with young adult audiences. Viewers empathized with the characters' stories and experiences while also recalling their own experiences as a teenager.