Watch She's All That
- PG-13
- 1999
- 1 hr 35 min
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5.9 (105,197)
She's All That is a romantic comedy-drama movie that was released in 1999. The movie revolves around the life of a high school student named Zach ("Freddie Prinze Jr."), who seems to have everything one could possibly desire in life. Zach is a popular and rich student, who is also the captain of the school's soccer team. He is dating the most popular girl in school, Taylor Vaughan (Jodi Lyn O'Keefe), and is at the peak of his social status.
Sadly, Zach's high school life takes an unexpected turn when Taylor dumps him for a reality TV star. Devastated by the break-up and desperate to find a way to prove his worth, Zach accepts a bet from his friend Dean (Paul Walker). Dean bets that Zach cannot turn the introverted and unappealing Laney Boggs (Rachel Leigh Cook) into one of the school's most appealing and popular girls.
Laney, who works at her father's paint store during her free time, is not accustomed to the attention of the popular kids in school. However, Zach is determined to win the bet at all costs, and so he begins to pursue her relentlessly, using all his social skills to get close to her. At first, Laney is standoffish and uninterested in Zach, as she regards him and his friends with suspicion. However, Zach's persistent pursuit of her gradually begins to pay off, and she begins to warm up to him.
As Zach and Laney grow closer, their interests and passions are revealed. Laney is a talented and gifted artist who creates vivid and vibrant paintings, while Zach surprises Laney with his deep knowledge of art and admiration for her work. As they spend more time together, Zach starts to feel ashamed of the bet he's made and feels genuine affection towards Laney.
Things get more complicated when Laney discovers the bet's real motivation, and Zach has to fight to prove to her that he genuinely likes her. Despite their differences, their connection grows stronger and more profound, causing them both to question their original judgments of each other. As Zach's feelings grow deeper, he begins to realize that he might have found true love with Laney, and he realizes he doesn't want the bet to end in the way he initially wanted it to end.
The movie features many comedic and heartwarming scenes, including a hilarious and unforgettable choreographed dance sequence set in the school cafeteria, which became the iconic moment that defined the movie. The other supporting characters in the movie, including Matthew Lillard, who plays Zach's best friend, and Kieran Culkin, who plays Laney's younger brother, also add great flavor to the plot, making the movie a true delight to watch.
Overall, She's All That is a charming and heartwarming movie about life in high school, friendship, love, and acceptance, with a standout cast, a killer soundtrack, and an unforgettable plot. The movie's popularity and longevity are a testament to its timeless appeal and the way it captures the high school experience.
She's All That is a 1999 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.9 and a MetaScore of 51.