4/28/2012

Clueless by Amy Heckerling (1995)

Clueless is a romantic teen comedy and a sweet satire of the lives of the Beverly Hills teens. It is a comedy that does not take itself seriously, that does not pretend to be anything or send any message to the youth of the world, or be over the top, but it does get its parody of the rich and famous through without being insulting or pretentious. It is loosely based on Jane Austen's Emma.

Clueless has a terrific script, great dialogues, and memorable characters despite the stereotypes. Most importantly, there are many funny, cheeky, sweet and naughty moments, so if you don't laugh or enjoy it, you are the problem.

All the cast members are lovable and adorable in their respective roles. Paul Rudd is very charming as the sweet hard worker Josh. Alicia Silverstone has the role of a lifetime playing Cher Horowitz, and is extremely funny, as well as the almost unrecognisable Brittany Murphy as Tai; she still was herself and not a Hollywood minced product. Stacey Dash and Donald Faison are also terrific in their roles of the couple Dionne & Murray. Also very good is Elisa Donovan as Amber.

Despite being filmed in 1995 the movie is still fresh, funny and very enjoyable, and only the fashion is a bit aged, but just a bit.

A classic teen movie that is still fresh and funny. If you watch it for what it is, you'll have a blast.