Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal
Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal

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Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal

2008
Movie
88 min
English

Based on a true story. Five high school cheerleaders, including the daughter of the school principal, run amok -- and teachers, parents and administrators allow them to get away with a wide range of scandalous behavior. Known as the "Fab Five," the girls disregard school rules, drink alcohol and post suggestive pictures on the Internet. But when the new cheerleading coach attempts to discipline them, her superiors ask her to resign.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Peter WernerGenres: Drama, Crime, Sport

Plot Summary

Based on a true story, this film follows the scandal that rocked the small town of Odessa, Texas, when five popular high school cheerleaders, known as the "Fab Five," were accused of a series of crimes including assault, theft, and drug dealing. Their actions led to widespread media attention and a drastic change in the school's athletic programs. The movie explores the consequences of their behavior and the impact on their families and community.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often citing its melodramatic tone and somewhat formulaic approach to a true-crime story. Audiences, however, found it to be an engaging and dramatic portrayal of the events.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a dramatized look at a real-life scandal.

  • Some viewers found the performances compelling despite the predictable narrative.

  • Criticized for its sensationalized portrayal of teenagers.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available, but general audience reactions suggest it was seen as a dramatic and at times sensational retelling of the cheerleaders' downfall.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of the 'Fab Five' cheerleaders from Odessa Permian High School, whose actions were widely reported in the early 2000s.

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Ava

Ava

it's totally radical, it's super lit. I watch it with all my girls and we all get turnt up to these five narcissistic floozies. two thumbs up.