Granted, Paul sports these odd pointy sideburns and excessively long locks which are supposed to show his '80s fashion sense. But the famous look he gives Alicia Silverstone in Clueless on the stairs right before they kiss is also found in 200 Cigarettes, so the hair issue can be ignored. 200 Cigarettes' plot format of vignettes between interconnected characters is perfect for a Pretty People flick. Just when you get a little tired looking at one Pretty Person, the story shifts to fill you in on another Pretty Person's actions. Sure, expectations for a teen flick filled with Pretty People is going to be different than an art film.
Pretty People have their place in entertainment.
It may not be based in reality but that is the way I like it. She loves that Elvis Costello, though not a particularly Pretty Person, has a cameo in her new favorite Pretty People flick. Besides, he rocks.