Never Been Kissed
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Movie Reviews of Never Been Kissed
Movie Review: Totally `Rufus' !!
Summary: 4 Stars
I saw this movie when it first came out on DVD, and fell in love with it. So I decided to buy it on DVD.
First the review of the movie (5/5): 25 year old Josie Geller works for the Chicago Sun Times and is appointed as an undercover reporter to do a story on the kids in high school. Having been an outcast and tormented endlessly in school when she was young, she now gets a second chance to finally fit in, and if possible, live her dream of becoming popular, find the right guy, and get a good story all at the same time.
I thought this movie was great. I mean, most people in high school never really fit in, and watching this movie is like relating to a fantasy that would never become true for most of us. Anyway, Drew Barrymore acted superb as Josie and the chemistry between her and Sam Coulson (Michael Vartan) was well done. The rest of the cast like Molly Shannon, David Arquette and John Reilly provided good humor for this movie.
Now coming to the review of this DVD: Ok, since this is kind of an old movie, and the DVD was probably released when the concept of DVDs first came out, but that doesn't mean that they should include ONLY a theatrical trailer in it. Forget special features, there isn't even a cast and crew information section in this DVD. At least they could have added that. THAT is why I removed a star and gave this a 4-star rating.
Anyway, whether this DVD is packed with features or not, this is a fun movie to watch if you just want to see a light hearted romantic comedy. If you liked movies like "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion" you will definitely like this.
Movie Review: One of my favorite later Drew Barrymore films
Summary: 4 Stars
To me, Drew Barrymore's best films are when she was a child star. Her films' "Firerstarter" and "Cat's Eye" remain some of my favorites although I loved most all films that came out in the early to mid eighties.
Drew was a bit too young to be part of the "brat pack" actors and actresses of the eighties (Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, Judd Nelson, Demi Moore, Ally Sheedy, Andrew McCarthy, Molly Ringwald, Mathew Broderick, etc.) although Drew started in "Altered States" and "E.T.: The Extra-terrestrial" before any of those "brat pack" stars were ever filmed or even recognized.
But, what really makes this film stand out for me is the absolutely wonderful young actress Leelee Sobieski. Her role here as an aggressively self-defending unpopular nerd girl was such a great role for her. I really loved how she played her character here. In many cases, she really upstaged Drew Barrymore as a performance demanding attention. Even Jessica Alba (who had a mean role here) couldn't steal anyone's fire in this film.
I thought this film was fun. Perhaps some people didn't care for it because it does remain pretty innocent for entertainment. I know today's teens enjoy themes more representative of bad taste and offensiveness.
Movie Review: A very sincere and cute film
Summary: 4 Stars
Upon viewing it for the first time, I must say, I wasn't terribly impressed with Never Been Kissed. I don't know what it was, but on my 2nd viewing, I think I actually fell in love with the movie. No clue how or why that happened. All I know is that its a great inviting type of film that deals with real issues. Drew Barrymore is great in this. She is awkward and cute and funny all at the same time. Its a good role for her. I loved all the High School flashback sequences. It has such a great storyline and for a comedy based high school, its actually really good. There are quite a few unrealistic things pertaining to this movie, mostly with some of the students, some wardrobe issues, and other minor tidbits, but as a whole, it works and its very cute and touching.Movie Review: Cute film, even better soundtrack.
Summary: 4 Stars
Never Been Kissed starring Drew Barrymore, David Arquette, and Michael Vartan is simply sweet. Barrymore knows how to carry a romantic comedy, this film also has elements of dramatic overtones. The best thing about the movie is the soundtrack, some great pop and rock tunes like Jimmy Eat World, The Cardigans, R.E.M., and classics from The Smiths and The Beach Boys. If Barrymore hadn't been cast as Josie, I don't think this film would have worked, she's also producer of this film. Never Been Kissed is an honest and sometimes painful look at high school and finding your way back to reality. Defintely a must-see, it's not just a chick-flick.Movie Review: Film snobs, stay away
Summary: 4 Stars
Otherwise, this is a good movie to watch. The storyline is a tad trite and predictable, but it's nevertheless cute and full of heart. The performances are all good -- Drew Barrymore, who would not be the first person in mind to play a former geek, pulls it off with surprising honesty and makes us utterly sympathetic to her character. David Arquette is quite funny as her younger, cooler brother. And Michael Vartan does a great job making us see the teacher's inner conflict about feeling attracted to a student (and, yeah, he's really hot). Basically, if you're looking for a fun way to pass an hour and a half, this is the way to do it.