The Rewatchables
‘Cruel Intentions’ With Bill Simmons, Juliet Litman, and Amanda Dobbins
Aug 22, 2023
Bill Simmons, Juliet Litman, and Amanda Dobbins discuss the movie 'Cruel Intentions', its likable cast, great soundtrack, and its plot revolving around a bet made by teenagers to sleep with a girl. They also explore the rise and fall of a relationship, the actors' performances, various scenes from the film, fashion choices, the impact of the movie on the teen movie genre, portrayal of characters, and the portrayal of sex and drugs in teen movies.
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- The film 'Cruel Intentions' had some interesting casting what-ifs, such as Katie Holmes and Brittany Murphy being considered for roles.
- The soundtrack of 'Cruel Intentions' is considered one of the best soundtracks of the '90s and has stood the test of time.
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The film 'Cruel Intentions' has some elements that haven't aged well, such as the internet shaming of Tara Reid and homophobic undertones.
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