Mean Girls DVD Review
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Mean Girls DVD Review
Overview
"Mean Girls," one of 2004's standout comedies, ranks among the best high school films ever made, right alongside classics like "Clueless," "Fast Times At Ridgemont High," and "American Pie." Written by Tina Fey, a prominent figure from "Saturday Night Live," who also plays a role as a teacher, the film loosely draws from Fey’s own high school experiences. Despite any real-life parallels, "Mean Girls" shines as a light-hearted comedy full of endearing characters and laugh-out-loud moments.
Plot Summary
Lindsay Lohan stars as Cady Heron, a sixteen-year-old who has been home-schooled by her anthropologist parents during their world travels. When they decide to settle down, Cady enters public school for the first time. She quickly befriends outcasts Janis Ian (Lizzy Caplan) and Damian (Daniel Franzese), who introduce her to the school's social dynamics, including a clique known as The Plastics.
The Plastics, led by Regina George (Rachel McAdams), along with Gretchen Wieners (Lacey Chabert) and Karen Smith (Amanda Seyfried), rule the school’s social hierarchy. Seizing an opportunity when The Plastics take an interest in Cady, Janis devises a plan for Cady to infiltrate the group and gather information for revenge against Regina.
However, Cady's role as an "undercover agent" blurs the line between pretense and reality, complicating her friendships, especially with Janis. Cady's interest in Regina’s ex-boyfriend Aaron (Jonathan Bennett) adds further tension. This all culminates in a dramatic showdown involving mathletes and high school cliques.
Performance and Theme
Lindsay Lohan is compelling as Cady, an intelligent and likable girl navigating the treacherous waters of public school life. The audience easily connects with her, even as she disrupts two social cliques. Rachel McAdams delivers a standout performance as the cunning and manipulative Regina George, further showcasing her rising star power following "The Notebook."
"Mean Girls" is a Darwinian take on high school comedy, echoing the tone of "Freaks And Geeks," though with a softer edge. Fans of 1980s teen films like "Can't Buy Me Love" will find much to enjoy here. With a clever script and memorable performances from "Saturday Night Live" alumni Tina Fey and Tim Meadows, "Mean Girls" offers a thoroughly entertaining experience.
Conclusion
"Mean Girls" is a must-watch comedy that, with its witty writing and strong performances, cements its status as a modern classic. Whether you're revisiting high school nostalgia or discovering it for the first time, this film delivers humor and heart in equal measure.
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