Ella Enchanted (2004)

Title: Ella Enchanted
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 36 minutes
Release Date: April 9, 2004
Genre(s): Fantasy, Romance
Production Co.: Miramax
Director: Tommy O'Haver
Starring: Anne Hathaway, High Dancy, Cary Elwes


Who would I recommend this to?
Everybody.

What is this about?
A girl cursed to obey must find a way to take back her life! And save the kingdom.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Anytime, really.

Where does it take place?
Frell and surrounding areas.

Why did I decide to watch this?
The first time, because I was the target demographic. Now, because I was trapped on an 11 hour flight.

How did I like this?
I have always adored this movie. Ella's rendition of "Somebody to Love" is actually the default version in my brain. It's just so fun and ridiculous and happy-making. Definitely a fun take on the typical Cinderella tale.

Have you seen Ella Enchanted? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

He's All That (2021)

Title: He's All That
Rating: TV-MA
Run Time: 1 hour 28 minutes
Release Date: August 27, 2021
Genre(s): Romance, Comedy
Production Co.: Miramax
Director: Mark Waters
Starring: Addison Rae, Tanner Buchanan, Madison Pettis


Who would I recommend this to?
Those can appreciate today's youth culture and liked the original.

What is this about?
An influencer's friend bets she can't makeover a loser to be popular.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Slumber party! Or really any time.  It's a quick, easy watch.

Where does it take place?
Southern California.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because 1999 was a great year for movies.

How did I like this?
Other than the gender swap, I also liked how the pretty popular girl is the poor one rather than the loser. And she's actually nice!

Of course, the plot is super predictable. We all know how this goes, but that didn't stop me from enjoying it. It's really fun and charming.

Have you seen He's All That? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?