Mean Girls – Budget of $36 million – 1 hour and 52 minutes
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Cady’s mother, Ms. Heron, changed her mind and decided to take the job at Northwestern. Cady Heron can leave homeschool and socialize at a public high school. It’s been her dream to spread her wings and try something new. In AP Calculus, Cady falls for the boy in front of her. She never knows what to say to Aaron but makes small talk to get his attention. Cady becomes increasingly uncomfortable when she can’t find friends or a place to sit in the cafeteria.
Cady takes her lunch to the bathroom and eats in the stall. Cady hears a knock, and it’s Damian and Janis. They pity the new girl and want to help her find her people. Damian and Janis walk Cady to the cafeteria and point out the cliques. Cady asks to sit with them, but they aren’t sure. Then, she points to two girls at a table. Damian and Janis tell Cady never to sit with them. They are two members of The Plastics – Gretchen and Karen. Gretchen knows everyone’s secrets, and Karen can’t string two intelligent thoughts together. Then, their leader, Regina George, walks into the room. She calls Cady over and questions Cady’s attendance at the school. Cady tells Regina that she is from Kenya and that her mom homeschooled before. Regina invites Cady to their table to eat, which they never do. Although Damian and Janis warn Cady not to, she sits with the Plastics and learns the rules. Cady admits to Gretchen and Karen that she has a crush on Aaron. They quickly tell Cady that Aaron is off limits because he is Regina’s ex-boyfriend.
Damian and Janis meet Cady in the stairwell and demand an update on Cady’s encounter with The Plastics. She tells them that Regina invited her to Regina’s home. Janis tells Cady to go and report everything she discovers about the group. Cady is hesitant but decides to learn more about the popular group. Cady convinces herself that she will be studying a native culture. However, Cady will get in too deep and become Plastic.
Based on Mean Girls: The Musical, this movie has a longer run time than its predecessor, but it’s worth it (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). The plot adds social media and texting to bring it into the modern time. Also, the story changes don’t try to correct the original but enrich the characters. The songs make viewers obsessed with Regina George. There is more to her than being the leader. She has fears and a soul. Also, Gretchen’s song will bring a tear to your eye, while Karen will make you laugh. Fans will see a few favorites and get the classic catchphrases. Yes, this appeals to the Mean Girls cult following and attracts a new audience. Let’s not forget the movie’s topic is still relevant. ‘Girl World’ still needs help. Bring your mom and your teen to this musical classic because it’s so fetch.
I give it 4.5 out of 5 stars
No more lies – Aaron
Never apologize for things that aren’t your fault – Regina
I’d rather be me than with you – Janis
A sexy doctor who cures some sexy cancer – Karen
Anger is her love language – Gretchen
No, she didn’t – Damien
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