Legally Blonde
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Movie Reviews of Legally Blonde
Movie Review: Blondes do have more fun
Summary: 5 Stars
No one could have played Elle Woods quite as well as Reese Witherspoon, and I think her performance is why "Legally Blonde" succeeds on so many levels. With her case-closed smile and innocent baby blues, Witherspoon as a sorority princess who makes the grade in the Ivy League, lifts what could have been a trial into the realm of inspired fluff. Elle is smarter than she looks (a lesson the film belabors) and has the good sense to hire a Coppola to direct her admissions video.First-time director Robert Luketic's heavy hand with sitcom farce strains credulity and patience. But the script, by Karen McCullah Lutz and Kirsten Smith (Ten Things I Hate About You), gets off a few zingers, and Witherspoon - though miles from the keen satire of Election - stays one sharp cookie even as the film's plausibility crumbles. The silly and predictabl plot moves along at a trip hammer speed, however, and it is all played for laughs. Of course it is Witherspoon's performance that makes the film so much better than it should be. Her on-screen prescene is electrifying and her smile can melt just about anyone. This is certainly one of the better teen movies out there!!
Movie Review: Lighten up with Legally Blonde!
Summary: 5 Stars
Okay...here is one of the happiest, brightest, and most pleasantly positive films in a long time. Legally Blonde is not only superbly cast, carefully directed, and perfectly paced but supports the "many levels of intelligence" theory. Not only does the main character, Reese Witherspoon- neophyte attorney ElleWoods possess social and personal knowing, but discovers within herself (in her quest to snag her exboyfriend)an intellectual component that amazes and delights. It's a CINDERELLA story with brains, beauty and spirit.
Being a current educator with many degrees, I think it is high time the academic world gave up some of its self-absorbed opinions regarding the traditional value of book learning and emphasis upon test scores and gave equal credit to "lessons
in life." Legally Blonde can help us take a "new direction."
Incidentally, I believe you'll love the music..... included are current artists with a nice variety of sounds, rhythms, and genres. "Watch Me Shine" by Joanna Pacitti is a favorite and you'll hear "A Thousand Miles" by Vanessa Carlton frequently on the air.
Movie Review: A funny, amusing, sweet movie
Summary: 5 Stars
I didn't see this movie in the theater because I was under the impression that it was a stupid teen movie, but after watching the DVD I really enjoyed it. I actually found it to be quite empowering and even my boyfriend didn't think it was a real chic flic.Reese Witherspoon was excellent in her role as the sorority girl who goes to college seeking parties and a husband. When her boyfriend dumps her instead of proposing she goes into a depression and comes up with a plan to get him back. What actually transpires is that she gets back at him by finding out who she is and going after it despite what other people said or thought.
The DVD had some extras about the making of the movie and the importance and time spent on Reese's hair color and style. Now, usually that sounds stupid and not something I would ever want to see, but it really gave you an appreciation for what could be a small detail, but a huge deal. All the extras were worth watching.
I would definately recommend this movie to anyone who can appreciate simple humor, a cute plot and a beautiful movie. Legally Blonde was definately worth seeing by this brunette!
Movie Review: For The Underdog
Summary: 5 Stars
Reese Witherspoon stars in this hilarious movie, LEGALLY BLONDE. She plays Elle Woods, a sorority girl who is determined to get into Harvard Law after her boyfriend tells her she isn't smart enough for him. While it's a cliche plot, it's also very humorous as it pokes fun at itself. The tale is enriched by supporting characters and a well rounded story. Reese Witherspoon's comic timing is excellent, and its impossible not to enjoy her performance here. Elle eventually enters an internship, with her ex boyfriend and his current beau, and they have to defend Brooke, a woman who Elle knew through her sorority. Elle is the only one who belives her innocence and later goes onto to prove her innocence, taking on the case when Callahan her professor makes a move on her, and Brooke dumps him. Its a well timed comedy movie, with some great moments all around. Other actors include Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, and more. The movie has an underlying message for the underdog, no one thought Elle could be a success but she went above and beyond the expecation and did it even though no one thought she could. A must see movie.Movie Review: Not so dumb blonde
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a frothy frivolous chick flick that makes no pretence at being anything else and is all the better for it.
The story centres around rich, sorority girl Elle Woods (played so well by Reece Witherspoon) who, after being dumped by her wealthy boyfriend Warner, decides to enrol in Harvard law school (where he has gone) in order to win him back.
Elle arrives at Harvard as a vision in pink (her signature colour) and accompanied by her beloved Chihuahua, Bruiser Woods, to the disbelief of the other students....as one says, open mouthed, "it's Malibu Barbie!".
Elle faces an uphill struggle to prove she is not a dumb blonde but deserving of her place and also has a fight on her hands to win back Warner who has got himself engaged to a prissy New England girl (Selma Blair). The movie is formulaic and holds no surprises but it doesn't matter as it is such good fun and it's great to see the loveable Elle win out...especially when she realises she doesn't need the creep she wanted back but that she has made it on her own. Sit with a bucket of popcorn and enjoy.