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9 out of 11 people found the following review useful:
Don't Be Ashamed, 13 July 2006

Author: aleara_cerridwyn from United States

This movie came out when I was maybe, 6 or 7 years old. I fell in love with it, and the sequel "Zenon the Zequel." Truthfully, after a while I outgrew the Disney Channel, especially once the DCOM started to get beyond corny. However, Zenon game out in the "golden age" of DCOMs. Is the movie a bit unbelievable? Yes, of course it is. Is it cheesy? Yeah, the lingo makes you cringe sometimes. I watched the movie again last night though, and realized that this movie has something that the recent DCOMs doesn't: good acting. Kirsten Storms is amazing as Zenon, with her insanely expressive eyes. She works as hard as she can to make the words she's saying not make you laugh, especially the 7 odd times she exclaims "Ceedus Lepeedus!" As of last night, I've decided that I shouldn't be ashamed if I still like this movie. The clothes are hilarious, since in the future we apparently have flashbacks to the 80s, and same with the words (Stellar, etc). This movie also has a plot that you can't predict right away. When Lutz puts the disc into the Class 4 system, we don't know what he's doing, and neither does Zenon. And the idea of "grounded" meaning being sent to Earth is brilliant. Overall, this movie is a bit hyper and a bit corny, but it's one of the few DCOM that I've watched recently that actually has a somewhat believable plot and great acting. So those of you around my age: don't be ashamed if you still love this movie. It's much better than being in love with High School Musical.

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4 out of 4 people found the following review useful:
This Show Works. . .but, Why?, 2 July 1999

Author: Web-7 from Philadelphia, PA

"Zenon" aired on the Disney Channel earlier this spring and was, to my surprise, one of the best made-for-TV teen movies I have seen. True, the film is quirky, and its humor is effervescent; but its idiosyncrasies seem to add to the enjoyment, along with a story that is strong enough to contain its own silliness. The movie draws you in unexpectedly and, as an adult, you will probably think to yourself at some point in the show, "I can't believe I'm watching this - AND liking it!" I think the appropriate term here is "overbrain." The scenes are very well thought out, the acting is good enough, and the story matches with all the other elements to create that magical "likability factor" which makes the movie quite a success. Therefore, the behind-the-scenes overlords who wrote/produced/directed this film must have had - a brain!

On a lighter note, this film makes for a great drinking game [soda pop, please!] Here are a few rules to get started... 1. Whenever you hear "Ceedus Lapeedus" 2. Every time Greg strikes a pose meant to slay a young lady's heart. 3. Whenever you see Protozoa (two drinks), or hear one of his songs (three drinks) Big Unanswered Question: Didn't anyone else in the crowd know the code needed to upload the "undo" file??

Finally, no the movie should not be made into a TV series because the elements which came together to make the movie work would be very hard to capture week after week. However, if it does happen - Protozoa should marry a lead singer, she could be called - Amoeba!

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6 out of 8 people found the following review useful:
Zenon rocks!, 28 May 2001
Author: Christopher Smith

This Disney channel original movie is better than most made-for-cable movies. It is funny, smart, and the special effects are stunning. The funnest movie of the year is ZENON: GIRL OF THE 21ST CENTURY. It's hard to believe that a Disney movie could be this good.

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6 out of 8 people found the following review useful:
Great movie for anyone! Watch it today., 20 July 2000

Author: taybug_1st from Bakersfield, California

I first saw this movie with my younger siblings during what I thought would be a typical family night. Boy was I wrong! This movie was so entertaining that I found everybody including myself completely engrossed with Zenon and her escapades. We especially love Protozoa and his #1 song "Supernova Girl". We were all up dancing and singing along. Kirsten Storms is a talented young actress, whom I'm sure will go far. I loved this movie and recommend it to anyone who is looking for a movie that is funny, clean, and actually has a storyline that is not too typical or corny. I have seen it many times and will watch it many more I am sure. If not for the movie itself, for Kristian Rex(Protozoa) he is definitely a great addition to Zenon. I know my younger siblings can't wait for the sequel, and neither can I!

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4 out of 6 people found the following review useful:
Zoom Zoom Zoom!, 29 June 2000

Author: Jamie-70 from Chicago

The best original Disney Channel movie hands down! A hilarious romp! Kirsten Storms is excellent in a break-through performance. However, the character that steals the show is the diabolical Margie, who was played by Lauren Maltby. Margie always is trying to woo Greg, and dis Zenon. It's so funny! And remember, it wasn't you he liked. It was the car!

***** 5 Stars!

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1 out of 1 people found the following review useful:
This never grows old on my family....., 7 September 2006

Author: Seth Nelson from (Near) D/FW Airport, Texas, USA

*** This review may contain spoilers ***

The Old Disney Channel (back when they were DECENT !!!!!), blasted off into space with a remarkable series of films based on the book series with the same name. It's called "Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century," and it's about a 13-year old girl who lived in space and she goofed up with the code so much, she was "grounded" to Earth, a place that at first she didn't like, but turned out to love that planet and enjoy it too. Also, remember when boy bands OWNED the airwaves in the late 90s/early 00s????? There was one; Protozoa (ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM !!!!!)

The reason for this positive review is that my family loves this movie so much, as well as the other two parts of it!!!!! I really wish that the series was out on DVD soon. However, there are a couple of negative parts:

1. This would be the start of hiring old farts onto Disney Channel shows. I mean, look at most of the actresses they hire!!!!! You'd think they'd be born in the same time their characters do, but NOOOO !!!!! (Some are old enough to drink now, for goodness sakes!!!!!)

2. This movie MADE Raven the "Queen" of this station. I mean, all I ever see now is Raven, Raven, and - you guessed it - RAVEN !!!!! Enough is enough!!!!!

But, despite those bumps in the road, "Zenon" is a very good, very decent movie the whole family can enjoy, after all these years.

10/10

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1 out of 1 people found the following review useful:
Great script. May be what kids may sound like in next generation?, 5 January 2001

Author: David Powell from denver, co

Have you ever seen a futuristic sci-fi movie that adjusted the language of its characters to reflect what words/phrases people might be using in the next generation or two? This imaginative Disney movie does just that. Kirsten Storms is wonderful as the main character, Zenon. And kudos to those resposible for the cool wardrobe.

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3 out of 5 people found the following review useful:
This movie is STELLAR!, 24 December 2000

Author: sarahbelle77

Wow, I haven't seen a movie this good and with this much energy in a long time! Kirsten Storms is just amazing as Zenon. Her confidence, just-do-it attitude, optimism and energy makes the viewer feel alive. This movie is a great adventure, and if you're like me, will leave you feeling alive and inspired!

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5 out of 9 people found the following review useful:
Ceedus Lapeedus! Why isn't this on a network everybody can get!, 16 February 1999

Author: StrmChsr from Los Angeles, Ca.

Finally, an energetic and exciting show that we can watch as a family and enjoy without worrying about off-color humor or jokes with sexual overtones. And Kirsten Storms is fantastic! Bubbly and full of energy, she brings to the screen the kind of charisma that is a positive motivator for other kids. The only shame is that it's not on a network more people have because it's an uplifting movie that would make a sensational series.

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fun movie, 8 November 2011

Author: robertsays2182 from United States

*** This review may contain spoilers ***

A real good time of a movie. Kirsten Storms as Zenon makes for a memorable Disney Channel character, especially since I can't seem to stop quoting her for the life of me. Raven did a fine job as her friend. Stuart Pankin is top notch and born to play his part. Holly Fulger had a great character. Zenon's parents were not bad. Proto Zoa kicks butt. I thought the transition from Space to Earth was very good. You can't expect the Disney channel to come up with the best effects, but the ones in this movie are pretty good for the channel. The directing is good. The writing I loved. I know I only gave it a 7, but what do you expect? It's still a good rating. If I ranked it for strictly Disney Channel purposes, I would give it a 10. The score is also good. The songs involved are pretty nice. I like the set pieces. Classic Disney Channel right here.

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