He's All That
He's All That

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He's All That

2021
Movie
91 min
English

To get revenge on her ex-boyfriend, an influencer attempts to transform an unpopular classmate into prom king.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users66%
Director: Mark WatersGenres: Comedy, Romance, Teen

Plot Summary

Popular social media influencer Padgett Sawyer accepts a challenge to turn her least popular classmate, Cameron Kweller, into prom king. She has six weeks to transform the quiet, artistic loner into the most popular guy at their high school. As she works to achieve her goal, Padgett begins to develop unexpected feelings for Cameron, blurring the lines between her plan and her heart.

Critical Reception

He's All That received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired execution. However, audiences, particularly younger viewers, showed more favorable reception, appreciating its modern take on a classic story and its star power. The film became a significant hit on Netflix upon its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable and derivative remake that struggles to capture the charm of its predecessor.

  • Addison Rae's performance is a highlight, but it's not enough to elevate the thin plot.

  • The film offers lighthearted entertainment for teens but lacks depth for broader appeal.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'He's All That' to be an enjoyable and entertaining teen romantic comedy, appreciating its modernized take on a familiar story and the chemistry between the leads. Some viewers noted that while it wasn't groundbreaking, it delivered on its promise of lighthearted fun and escapism.

Fun Fact

Rachael Leigh Cook, who starred as Laney Boggs in the original 1999 film 'She's All That,' returns in this remake as Padgett's mother, a nod to her iconic role.

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