Mira Sorvino Feels Like a "Rock Star" Thanks to Enduring 'Romy and Michele' Love

Mira Sorvino expresses continual amazement at the lasting cultural impact of the 1997 film 'Romy and Michele's High School Reunion,' comparing the fan adoration to feeling like a rock star. She shared that fans deeply connect with the movie, getting tattoos and performing its dance sequences at their weddings. Sorvino confirmed that a sequel is currently in development with 20th Century Studios. She revealed that most of the original film's important characters are expected to return for the sequel.

Key Points: Mira Sorvino on 'Romy and Michele's Lasting Popularity

  • Film's "evergreen" popularity
  • Fans get movie-inspired tattoos
  • Iconic dance recreated at weddings
  • Sequel in development at 20th Century
  • Original cast expected to return
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Mira Sorvino reflects on enduring popularity of 'Romy and Michele', says it makes her feel like a "rock star"

Mira Sorvino reflects on the cult classic 'Romy and Michele's High School Reunion,' fan tattoos, wedding dances, and confirms a sequel is in development.

"This is what it feels like to be a rock star - Mira Sorvino"

Washington DC, March 23

Actor Mira Sorvino has opened up about the lasting cultural impact of her 1997 film 'Romy and Michele's High School Reunion', saying its continued popularity leaves her feeling "like a rock star," according to People.

Speaking on Sophia Bush's Work in Progress podcast, Sorvino described the film as "evergreen" and expressed surprise at the overwhelming response it still receives from audiences.

Recalling a screening event, she said, "We walk on the stage and we got like a five-minute standing ovation... I was like, 'This is what it feels like to be a rock star'--like what is happening? Like, I am not Eddie Vedder."

The 58-year-old actor noted that she remains amazed at how deeply the film resonates with fans even decades after its release, according to People.

"I'm continuously amazed at how much this movie has meant to people in their lives," she said.

Sorvino also shared anecdotes about fan interactions, including people getting tattoos inspired by the film and recreating iconic dance sequences at their weddings.

"A lot of people have Romy and Michelle tattoos... and a lot of people do the dance in their wedding," she added, according to People.

The film, which also starred Lisa Kudrow, follows two women who pretend to be successful while attending their high school reunion.

Meanwhile, Sorvino confirmed that a sequel to the film is currently in development with 20th Century Studios. She revealed that most of the original cast is expected to return, subject to final agreements.

"Almost every single character from the original that was important is coming back," she said, according to People.

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Rohit P
Honestly, never heard of this film. šŸ¤·ā€ā™‚ļø Must be a big thing in the West. Our evergreen films are from the 90s too, but more like DDLJ or HAHK. Interesting to see how different cultures have their own classics.
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Ananya R
OMG! This is my ultimate comfort watch! 🄰 Saw it first on cable TV years ago. It's so relatable—the pressure to appear successful at reunions is universal, be it in Mumbai or the US. So happy for Mira Sorvino!
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David E
While it's great the film has fans, I find the news cycle a bit odd. An actor feeling like a rock star for a 25+ year old movie? There are more pressing issues in the world. Just my two cents.
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Siddharth J
Lisa Kudrow was hilarious in this! It's nice to see films about female friendship that aren't about competing for a guy. We need more Indian films with that simple, fun premise. Excited for the sequel!

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