: Cyd travels from South Carolina to Chicago to escape her depressive single father and a traumatic family history—specifically, the murder-suicide of her mother and brother nine years prior.
: Critics have described it as a "sensitive indie" and an "underrated gem" known for its subtle character development and natural lighting that gives it an "idyllic glow". Viewer Considerations Princess Cyd
: Director Stephen Cone has noted the film is heavily about "words—writing and reading them" and how created fiction links to real-life interior experiences. Critical Reception & Awards : Cyd travels from South Carolina to Chicago
: Contains non-graphic scenes of sex and nudity, infrequent strong language ("f--k", "s--t"), and some drug and alcohol use. Runtime : 1 hour 36 minutes. Princess Cyd Movie Review | Common Sense Media Critical Reception & Awards : Contains non-graphic scenes
: Generally considered mild across categories by IMDb Parents Guide reviewers.
: 16-year-old high school athlete Cyd Loughlin (Jessie Pinnick) and her aunt, the famous novelist Miranda Ruth (Rebecca Spence).
Princess Cyd is a 2017 independent drama film directed by Stephen Cone that explores themes of queer identity, spiritual growth, and female connection. It centers on a 16-year-old girl named Cyd who visits her aunt in Chicago for a summer of self-discovery.