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Lovelines
Greed, lust, dirty tricks and bloody fist fights... All those things that make life worth living. When Piper and Rick, the two hottest properties in the Battle of the Bands want to make it, only one thing stands in their way. They're from opposing High Schools. And Malibu High's 6'6" muscle-bound monster Godzilla is going to do everything and anything stop his sweet little sister getting it on with some jerk from the Coldwater Canyon High. When all else fails, only Lovelines answering service can keep them together.
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Plot Summary
In this coming-of-age comedy, a shy high school student named Kevin navigates the awkward world of teenage romance and social pressures. He attempts to win the affection of the popular cheerleader, Debbie, while dealing with his quirky friends and the usual adolescent struggles.
Critical Reception
Lovelines was a low-budget teen comedy that received generally poor reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and derivative humor. Audiences at the time were somewhat more forgiving, appreciating its lighthearted take on high school life, though it did not achieve significant commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted attempt at capturing teenage angst and romance.
Criticized for its unoriginal plot and predictable comedic beats.
Seen as a typical, albeit unremarkable, entry in the 1980s teen movie genre.
Google audience: Audience sentiment appears to be largely absent or difficult to ascertain for this film, with no significant aggregated opinions available.
Fun Fact
Despite its limited release and critical reception, 'Lovelines' is sometimes cited as an example of the burgeoning teen movie trend of the 1980s, which would later see more successful and critically acclaimed entries.
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