Rating of
3/4
Amanda Bynes Shines
Franz Patrick - wrote on 07/21/08
I thought this was an interesting modern interpretation of the classic story of Snow White. Even though it's a bit unrealistic because of college kids still belonging in cliques as if they're still in high school, once one gets past all that, it's kind of fun. I don't what it is about Amanda Bynes that I find charming, but every movie she's in, even though the film is not that great, I still have this silly smile on my face whenever the camera is on her. I guess her earnest energy just radiates and it turns her into a ball of sunshine. Since this is most likely directed to teeanagers, it could have used a bit of a darker edge. The mean tyrant could have been so much more conniving (think "Gossip Girls"). Cliches are everywhere and they could have used them and applied some sort of twist. Still, the thing about the "poisoned" Apple made me think, "That's kind of smart..." So, with a bit more time in development and sharper writing, I think this could have had the potential to become something more. Instead, it's another typical, forgettable (but fun) teen-flick. Without Amanda Bynes, I think I would've ended up despising this picture.
