An Interesting Take On Cheerleader

Rating: Null/10 (29 October 2010)

I had thought Peyton Reed's 'Bring It On' was going to be just another forgettable teen movie set in highschool with the usual drama, romance, competition etc. Obviously I didn't pass the chance to watch it for certain reasons but after seeing the movie, I can say that it's entertaining and at least a tad better than the usual average teen flick. Issues like body image and heavy dieting are briefly addressed.
First of all, I find it to be quite insightful. I didn't know that cheerleading was such a huge thing in the states. I was under the impression that it was nothing more than girls in short skirts doing merely a few dance steps while cheering for their team. Second, 'Bring It On' shows that cheerleaders work hard to be the best. It's not just about girls bitching around and showing off their assets. Third, I am strongly against plagiarism and I was happy to see the film address that issue.
'Bring It On' is a light movie but it has heart and makes some relevant points. The comedy works very well. Most of the actors seem to have a flair for comedy. Kirsten Dunst is hilarious. I liked how she played Torrance without turning her into just another caricature teenager. Eliza Dushku, Jesse Bradford and Gabrielle Union are excellent.
Overall, and unexpectedly, 'Bring It On' was a fun watch, not too bad for a rainy day.