Whatever It Takes
A nerdy teen, Ryan Woodman is smitten with the popular and gorgeous Ashley Grant, who apparently has no interest in him. Meanwhile, dim star athlete Chris Campbell has his eye on Ryan's brainy and beautiful friend, Maggie Carter. The two agree to help each other in their romantic quests, but, as they come closer to their goals, both Ryan and Chris suspect that they might be pursuing the wrong girls.
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Plot Summary
Chris Koch, a ladies' man, is in love with Ashley, the most popular girl in school. To win her heart, he enlists the help of his best friend, Ryan, who is secretly in love with Ashley himself. Meanwhile, Chris's father, a womanizer, offers his son questionable advice on how to succeed with women. The film follows their comedic misadventures as they navigate the complex world of high school romance and try to achieve their romantic goals.
Critical Reception
Whatever It Takes received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor uninspired. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a low box office performance. The film is often cited as an example of a forgettable teen comedy from the early 2000s.
What Reviewers Say
- Predictable and formulaic teen romantic comedy.
- Lacks originality and memorable characters.
- Offers little in terms of fresh humor or insight into adolescent relationships.
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Fun Fact
This film marked one of James Franco's earliest major roles in a feature film.
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