Review of Heathers (1989) by Allison S — 09 Nov 2016

With the newfound popularity of "Stranger Things," it is appropriate to take a look back at the beginning of the career of the wonderful Winona Ryder. In "Heathers" (1989), Ryder depicts Veronica Sawyer, your everyday angst filled teen.

Sporting a monocle and dressed in all black, she narrates this story by angrily penning in her journal. Her dislike of the materialism and obsession with social hierarchy she views in her high school lead our heroine to get swept up in a murder spree led by the movies resident bad boy, J.

D. (Christian Slater). This film is for anyone who enjoys both dark comedy and reminiscing about the struggle it is to be a teenager. This social commentary from 27 years ago stands the test of time with its remarks on teenage suicide, the cultural dismissal of sexual assault, and the American tendency to find entertainment in other's pain.

The director, Michael Lehmann, should be applauded for his use of juxtaposition in the traditionally masculine traits shown on female characters, the strong use of colors carried throughout the film, and smart use of camera shots to enhance the social commentary.

In the words of J.D, "the extreme seems to always make an impression"; this movie is definitely extreme and is sure to leave an impression on everyone who watches it.