I was just pleasantly surprised by Cruel Intentions. Probably the most unexpected feature was the witty and often-funny script. Gellar (as Kathryn) and Phillippe (as Sebastian) succeed in playing convincing siblings-from-hell. Selma Blair's hopelessly ditzy Cecile (who naively falls prey to Kathryn's scheming) is both pitiful and amusing.
The plot of the film can be dizzying, but keeps a good pace. My only disappointment is with Gellar's performance; though not bad, she's better on television. Over all, a much better movie than most of the "teen flick" genre, and a testament to director/writer Roger Kumble's mature (yet hip) talent. Although not due to win any awards, I'd definitely see it again.
The plot of the film can be dizzying, but keeps a good pace. My only disappointment is with Gellar's performance; though not bad, she's better on television. Over all, a much better movie than most of the "teen flick" genre, and a testament to director/writer Roger Kumble's mature (yet hip) talent. Although not due to win any awards, I'd definitely see it again.
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