Surprisingly good little film.

Rating: 8/10 (15 September 2000)

Before I knew anything about this movie the question presented itself to me: `How can a movie be written about such a trite subject as cheerleading?'
Now the question is: `How could such a good movie be written about cheerleading?'
If all you have seen is the television ads for this sweet little film you really have seen nothing about it.
There is a very large cast but the characters are surprisingly well fleshed out (pun intended?).
I was truly impressed and astounded by the choreography and sheer athleticism this incredible ensemble piece left me slack-jawed in amazement.
Unfortunately the audience when I saw it was all young kids that not only talked throughout the entire film but also should NOT have been there because of the language and physical jokes. This movie is probably aimed at kids -- and I know they have heard worse language -- but I wouldn't allow unsupervised children to see it.
But, I liked it enough that I want to see it again; hopefully late at night on a weekday when the audience I saw it with are home in bed.
I was genuinely surprised at how much I enjoyed this sweet little gem of a film.