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New Best Friend
Alicia is a poor girl starting college. Hadley, Julianne and Sydney are three well-off girls in a row house. Classes begin and Alicia is paired with Hadley to work on a sociology class project. At first rejected, Alicia is finally accepted into Hadley's clique where she is introduced to a world of privilege and dangerous thrills. But her attempts to become one of them ultimately land her in the hospital.
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Plot Summary
A bright, ambitious young woman from a working-class background lands an internship at a high-powered advertising firm. She quickly realizes that to succeed, she'll need to navigate the cutthroat world of corporate politics and social climbing, often at the expense of her own values. As she strives to impress her superiors and secure a permanent position, she finds herself in increasingly compromising situations.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews, with some critics appreciating its attempt to explore themes of ambition and morality in a corporate setting, while others found its execution to be shallow and predictable. Performances were often cited as a mixed bag, with Minnie Driver's lead role drawing some attention.
What Reviewers Say
Some reviewers noted a potentially interesting premise about corporate ambition.
Many found the plot to be derivative and lacking in originality.
Performances were generally seen as a weak point, despite some effort from the lead.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided opinion, with some finding the film mildly entertaining as a light comedy while others were disappointed by its predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.
Fun Fact
The film marked the directorial debut of Zoe R. Cassavetes, daughter of acclaimed filmmakers John Cassavetes and Gena Rowlands.
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