If you love movies, chances are you have heard of Quentin Tarantino, an award-winning US filmmaker responsible for iconic hits like Pulp Fiction and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
Tarantino has always favored less explicit depictions of sexuality in his films, and during an interview with Catalan Spanish newspaper Diari Ara he explained why.
’Easy A’
Easy A is an entertaining teen movie with an offensive title and subtle yet profound messages, designed to address difficult topics with grace and humor. A must-see for high school students and parents alike, Easy A engages audiences through discussions about sexual pleasure and health while challenging long-established tropes in its genre. Furthermore, this film promotes positive body image while featuring relatable characters that adolescents can identify with.
Emma Stone stands out in this flick as the undisputed standout, deftly navigating its challenging thematic terrain with grace and charm. She propels it with an effortless blend of insouciant style and edgeful delivery that earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress. Director Will Gluck also deserves credit for creating the feel of high school campus life through stunning cinematography capturing both sunny and moody scenery while its soundtrack seamlessly blends pop and indie rock genres into one seamless package.
Bert V. Royal’s screenplay for this film is not without flaws: its original script included 47 instances of swearing; many were removed before production began. The plot was drawn from Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter, while its film adaptation is intended as an allegory on American teen culture.
Stone’s performance in this movie was superb and its concept extremely timely; unfortunately it only appeals to teenagers due to marketing restrictions; instead it could reach wider audiences due to what it teaches about lying, backlash against promiscuous girls, and the complexity of homosexuality that resonated with audiences of all ages.
Though looser and more uneven than Clueless, the film shares the same insouciant, satirical tone. Packed full of one-liners aimed at various targets – religion especially has become overdone – the script manages to poke fun at plenty of targets with greater success, leading to an enjoyable comedy film. Unfortunately it only had limited theatrical release.