Bronies: The Extremely Unexpected Adult Fans of My Little Pony

Jan 19 2013 TV-14 1h 30m
Documentary

A film profiling the unusual cross-demographic fandom of the ostensibly girl oriented television series "My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic"

Plot

In 2010, producer Lauren Faust reworked the notoriously sexist My Little Pony franchise to attempt a quality TV series for both girls and their parents to enjoy, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. As it turns out, Faust succeeded beyond anyone's expectations with an acclaimed hit that also created an adult and teen male fandom no one saw coming, the Bronies. This film explores this following with a look at the franchise, the lives of particular fans around the world and the creative passions their seemingly unusual interest inspires. Although sometimes troubled by the prejudice of others, these kindred spirits enjoy a community experience both in spirit and at conventions that has a special magic all its own.

Written by

Nat Segaloff

Directed by

Laurent Malaquais

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Big Focus Television

Languages

Deutsch, English, Français

Awards

N/A

Scores
# of Votes
1,681
Average Rating
5.7 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA