We Are Pat
2025movie
People
Pat, the evasive, androgynous character made famous on Saturday Night Live by Julia Sweeney, was an inescapable figure in 1990s pop culture. As a child, filmmaker Ro Haber became obsessed with Pat—a character whose popularity stemmed from making others uncomfortable by defying gender norms. Decades later, and now an out trans filmmaker, Haber still grapples with Pat’s legacy. Thirty-five years after It’s Pat first aired, Haber assembles a group of queer and trans comedians, writers, and even Sweeney herself to revisit the character. Through conversation and critique, they aim not to erase Pat but to reframe them, transforming a symbol of ridicule into one of reflection and empowerment.
Who would love this
- ♥Audiences interested in LGBTQIA+ history and representation, fans of comedy and satire, those who appreciate documentaries that critically re-examine pop culture, and individuals who connect with Rowan Haber's directorial perspective as a trans filmmaker. Viewers who enjoy thoughtful, humorous, and socially relevant documentaries would likely find "We Are Pat" compelling.
Who might not
- ✗Viewers who are uncomfortable with discussions of gender identity, those who prefer straightforward comedic entertainment without critical analysis, or individuals who have a strong, uncritical attachment to the original "It's Pat" character and sketches might find the film's re-evaluation challenging or disagreeable. Those who dislike documentaries that delve into social commentary might also be less inclined to enjoy it.
