Review of Legally Blonde (2001) by Adam R — 24 Oct 2016
In a world of doctors, accountants, and lawyers, we need a little more blonde. Legally Blonde, starring Reese Witherspoon, Owen Wilson, and Selma Blair, brings funny and sassy fashion to the world of courtrooms and criminal law.
Elle Woods (Witherspoon), is a fashion major on a mission to marry the love of her life, a good looking Senate-hopeful named Warner. Much to her disappointment, she is dumped for being "too blonde" on Warner's hunt for a serious wife at Harvard Law.
Not to be passed up, Elle decides to go to Harvard and win him back, come hell or high water. The rest of the movie is filled with insults, laughter, and some seriously high heels. The movie presents itself well, with over-the-top styling that any 2000's girl would envy, and an excellent cast of characters to oppose Witherspoon's pep.
(Whoever said that orange was the new pink was seriously disturbed.) However, an underdeveloped love interest and shallow characters make the movie feel a little off-kilter. While Elle changes and plays into her character development, the rest of the characters seem stagnant and over-played.
Overall, I give the movie four out of five stars. Pop the popcorn, add the champagne, and hang out on the couch for some girl-power inspiration.
This review of Legally Blonde (2001) was written by Adam R on 24 Oct 2016.
Legally Blonde has generally received positive reviews.
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