GENRE
Comedy/Romance
STORYLINE
A film inspired by the classic Shakespeare play "The Taming of the Shrew.", set in a modern day high school.
DIRECTOR
Gil Junger
CAST
Heath Ledger
Julia Stiles
Joseph-Gordon Levitt
Larisa Oleynik
MY REVIEW
Based on Shakespeare play The Taming of the shrew (which honestly I have never read), 10 things I hate about you is a movie about life in High School. It is basically a teen comedy about a guy falling for another girl and how he is finally manages to get her by bringing together an 'ignorant and not so social sister' and ' a not so open and friendly' type of guy.
Cameron (Levitt) is new to school. Its Michael's job to show him around school. It goes on nicely till he sees Bianca(Larisa) and instantly falls for her. But the problem is that Bianca isn't allowed to date unless her 'shrew' sister dates too. Now Cameron finds Patrick (Heath), a not so social guy who has been the centre of many rumors dealing with his violent nature. Cameron pays him to go out with Kat (Julia). Things change when they ultimately fall for each other and Kat comes to know of the truth.
On the looks of it, the story is quite complicated but it has been written and projected in such a fine way that you look at ease with the story throughout the movie. It is basically a teen comedy but I am sure even the mature adults would love this film. The movie is funny, has a good story along with some memorable performances. The characters have been really well written and chosen. The 'shrew's' (kat's) approach and body language in the film is perfect. The character of Patrick, initially appears to match his rumors but one sees his bright and true nature once he opens up later in this film. Even the not so important characters like Michael or Joey have really good parts to play in this movie.
As for the performances, there is reason why Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles and Joseph Gordon Levitt career took a huge leap after this film. They have done a wonderful job. Everyone has given their everything in this film. This might well be Julia Stiles best ever role. She is so convincing as the 'shrew' in this film who takes pity at the idiocy of teenage life. Heath Ledger has also done quite well for himself. From being the scary guy in the beginning to lovable man in the end he is just perfect for this role. One can never forget his scene on the football ground singing to Kat to accept his love. Gordon Levitt is quite small in this film but still he is same as he is today. Playing a sweet and kind type of guy is his thing. Larisa Oleynik as Bianca, a materialistic girl who gets what she wants has also supported the main lead well.
Overall, this teen comedy exceeds your expectations. It is not like any other teen comedy which just aim at making you laugh. It has a good relatable story and has been wonderfully executed.
MY RATING 8/10
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