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Summary: "American Pie 2: The Pie Strikes Back!"
Review: An absolutely charming entry in the coming-of-age field. Donot be fooled by the.. cover; this is not in any way, shape, or form exploitative. Instead, it is an intelligent, funny, and thoughtful exploration of the lives and minds of three priviliged NYC teenage girls (the location of this film is quite similar to the Upper East Side location of "Cruel Intentions"). We follow the three girls (a foul-mouthed Gaby Hoffman among them) through their various romantic, familial and, yes, sexual tribulations... All of the performances are excellent, and the star-studded supporting cast includes Mia Farrow, Peter Bogdanovich, Yasmine Bleeth, and Spalding Gray. Like a junior "Sex and the City", there is quite a bit of mature (if graphic) sex talk; nonetheless, this is a film that every 15 - 21 year old girl should see. Oh, and you guys who are big fans of "Drop Dead Gorgeous", "Dick", and other girlcentric teen flicks will love it too. In closing, "Coming Soon" is arguably the smartest, most mature and most underrated teen flick of the past decade. If "Slums of Beverly Hills" was riot-grrrl cinema, then this movie is pure cinematic Bikini Kill.
Rating:
Summary: "American Pie 2: The Pie Strikes Back!"
Review: An absolutely charming entry in the coming-of-age field. Donot be fooled by the.. cover; this is not in any way, shape, or form exploitative. Instead, it is an intelligent, funny, and thoughtful exploration of the lives and minds of three priviliged NYC teenage girls (the location of this film is quite similar to the Upper East Side location of "Cruel Intentions"). We follow the three girls (a foul-mouthed Gaby Hoffman among them) through their various romantic, familial and, yes, sexual tribulations... All of the performances are excellent, and the star-studded supporting cast includes Mia Farrow, Peter Bogdanovich, Yasmine Bleeth, and Spalding Gray. Like a junior "Sex and the City", there is quite a bit of mature (if graphic) sex talk; nonetheless, this is a film that every 15 - 21 year old girl should see. Oh, and you guys who are big fans of "Drop Dead Gorgeous", "Dick", and other girlcentric teen flicks will love it too. In closing, "Coming Soon" is arguably the smartest, most mature and most underrated teen flick of the past decade. If "Slums of Beverly Hills" was riot-grrrl cinema, then this movie is pure cinematic Bikini Kill.
Rating: 
Summary: Saving a Star for Lightning Striking
Review: Cannot say enough about this movie. Came upon it by chance one night on cable, watched it, watched it again, bought it. Now, I admit that Henry and his songs to Stream have A LOT to do with it and the fact that you are rooting for her to stop listening to her friend with the really bad wig and 'tude and decide for herself... won't be disappointed. Is a great get-your-girls-together-and-watch movie!!!!!Do it!!! You'll thank me later, I promise.
Rating:
Summary: Saving a Star for Lightning Striking
Review: Cannot say enough about this movie. Came upon it by chance one night on cable, watched it, watched it again, bought it. Now, I admit that Henry and his songs to Stream have A LOT to do with it and the fact that you are rooting for her to stop listening to her friend with the really bad wig and 'tude and decide for herself... won't be disappointed. Is a great get-your-girls-together-and-watch movie!!!!! Do it!!! You'll thank me later, I promise.
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Summary: CORNY
Review: I liked this movie because I had no idea what it was going to be about. Some of the names were familiar and the story seemed interesting. I found myself laughing hysterically at the girls obvious immaturity and innocence to what "real" pleasure is. It's a story about three girls getting to know more about who they are as they grow up and learning not to always follow the crowd.
Rating: 
Summary: Shocked, Surprised, and Pleased
Review: I liked this movie because I had no idea what it was going to be about. Some of the names were familiar and the story seemed interesting. I found myself laughing hysterically at the girls obvious immaturity and innocence to what "real" pleasure is. It's a story about three girls getting to know more about who they are as they grow up and learning not to always follow the crowd.
Rating:
Summary: Stale? Corny? Insular? NOT!
Review: I really enjoyed the story, and found the cast to be excellent! This movie is really one for girls, since I'm pretty sure guys would have a hard time relating to the main theme. Also, the music from this movie was really good! I would definlately recommend this movie to any girl in high school or college!
Rating:
Summary: Surprisingly Good
Review: I really enjoyed the story, and found the cast to be excellent! This movie is really one for girls, since I'm pretty sure guys would have a hard time relating to the main theme. Also, the music from this movie was really good! I would definlately recommend this movie to any girl in high school or college!
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Summary: Great movie for girls. Boys will never understand.
Review: I thought this was a great movie and very funny but not for the male gender. Boys just won't understand and some boys I;ve found find the movie insulting because they don't think that it could be possible for a girl not to have an orgasim and it be their fault. If you do watch this movie watch it with your girl friends.
Rating:
Summary: Stale? Corny? Insular? NOT!
Review: I'm astonished at the hostility this movie seems to have provoked in other viewers. Perhaps some of my younger brothers are feeling a little, um, insecure? The books that Stream reads will do you some good too... This is a fine film. It's NOT "American Pie" -- the humor is not as consistent, the charm is not as strong, and the pacing does falter for a while in the middle. But it's still worth 4 stars for quirky humor, likeable characters, amusing cameos, and refreshing frankness. I've watched it a few times with enjoyment.
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