Frienemies
Frienemies

Movie spotlight

Frienemies

2012
Movie
4 min
English

Two women meet and pretend to be friends, but are really enemies.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Google Users68%
Director: Daisy von Scherler MayerGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

This Disney Channel Original Movie follows the intertwined lives of two sets of frenemies: twins Avalon and Olivier, who run a popular social media website, and Halley and Scarlett, who are vying for the same job at a fashion magazine. When their online and real-life conflicts spill over, they discover the importance of friendship and cooperation.

Critical Reception

Frienemies was primarily reviewed by its target audience and critics focused on family entertainment. It was generally seen as a standard Disney Channel fare, notable for casting two of its rising stars, Bella Thorne and Zendaya, in dual roles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dual-role performances by Thorne and Zendaya.

  • Appreciated by younger audiences for its relatable themes of friendship and social media.

  • Considered a typical, lighthearted Disney Channel production with predictable plotlines.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the movie to be entertaining and enjoyable, particularly highlighting the chemistry between the lead actresses and the exploration of modern themes like social media and online reputation. Some viewers noted that the plot felt a bit formulaic, but overall it was seen as a fun watch for the intended demographic.

Fun Fact

Bella Thorne and Zendaya, who play the main characters, were also co-hosts of the Disney Channel series 'Shake It Up' around the same time this movie was released.

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