The movie I am going to
So, in my opinion, this is one of Disney's amazing movies that doesn't get enough attention. My siblings and I stumbled upon it one day when I was babysitting them, and we loved it.
In a nutshell, it's a feel good, light on the romance, typical Disney film. It has a lot of those "finding out who you truly are" moments that make Disney movies well known.
Now, I will warn you, that there will be spoilers. Lots of spoilers. But I will (try to) give you WARNING.
Finally, we can move onto the review.
CHARACTERS
Jessica Olsen: Pretty much the opposite of Christopher. Just like he thinks he knows everything about "normal" people but he actually doesn't, Jessica thinks that she knows exactly how a celebrity life is, and Christopher shows her what it actually is. Not a ton of character growth, but still a lot. Plus, Danielle Campbell is GORGEOUS!!
Stubby: Apart from giving some heart felt advice and eating food, Stubby isn't in the movie that often.
Sara Olsen: She's Jessica's "Christopher Wilde's fanatic fangirl" sister. Even though she is a secondary character, she has more character growth than Jessica. *SPOILER ALERT* She goes from ignoring Jessica to really caring for her, well, sort of. *END OF SPOILER*
Jessica's Grandma: She's Mrs. Olsen's mom but I never figured out her name . . . But she comforted Jessica after CHRISTOPHER did something. I WILL NOT SPOIL IT.
Aaaaand, there are no pictures of her.
Harold: He kinda felt like he was the adorable teddy bear of the movie. And I could never figure out if he was Grandma's boyfriend or just a friend . . .
None of him also.
Mr. and Mrs. Olsen: They were good parents that worried about their children. And when they get back from their trip, they are genuinely worried about Jessica.
None of them.
Mr. and Mrs. Wilde: Now these peoples, like Christopher said, since they were his managers, they cared more about the celebrity part of him.
Gueesss whhaaaat!! None of them
Libby Lam: Soooo....she was just annoying in the beginning but she came around (sorta) at the end.
You can't see her face but she's the reporter standing in front of Jessica
Alan I-Forgot-His-Last-Name: If there was a 'villain' to this story, it would be Alan.
I don't even have to explain why there isn't one of him.
Alexis Bender: Christopher's shallow actress girlfriend. They don't really care for one another and *SPOILER ALERT* I find it pretty ridiculous that she goes to bash him about Jessica and then tells him that she has a date with Zac (and I'm thinking, "Zac Efron Zac???" *END OF SPOILER*
AJ: She's probably in the movie for only 10 minutes.She's mean and quite ugly. 'Nuff said.
And I think I've gotten all of the characters....
OKAY
MOVING ON
Here is the synopsis of the movie (so you sorta get what I'm saying later on :P):
The Disney Channel movie, StarStruck, follows Jessica Olson (Danielle Campbell) on her family trip to Los Angeles. Jessica accompanies her sister on a series of excursions to find the superstar, Christopher Wilde (Sterling Knight). The seemingly ridiculous attempts to find her sister's crush takes an unexpected turn when Jessica meets Christopher and learns there is so much more to the superstar than what meets the eye.
As I told you, it's a Disney movie.
AAAAANNNYWHO.
PROS AND CONS
PROS:
It is reeeally funny. Jessica is so sarcastic (like somebody else I know, *coughcough*), and Christopher and hers (is that even proper grammar?) banter is really funny.
It's pretty fast paced, so it doesn't drag a lot.
THE PARTS WHERE JESSICA GETS HIT WITH THE DOOR. I'LL LET THE GIFS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
THE PARTS WHERE JESSICA GETS HIT WITH THE DOOR. I'LL LET THE GIFS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
Jessica's facial expressions are ridiculous.
THE MUSIC. Yes, Christopher is a singer, so obviously there have to be some songs. HERO. FINISH READING THIS AND THEN GO LISTEN TO IT. ACTUALLY. I'LL JUST PUT IT AT THE END OF THIS POST.
*hem* Sorry for that outbreak :P
I really can't think of anything else to say.....
Um....
Um....
OKAY
CONS:
It's a Disney movie, it has a few "Cheesy" moments that make you roll your eyes and say, "Seriously Disney? How stereotypical of you Disney!"
Oh. THIS IS THE BIGGEST CON. (get ready for angry screaming) *SPOILER ALERT* CHRISTOPHER AND JESSICA WERE ABOUT TO KISS TWICE BUT YOU INTERRUPTED THEM TWICE!!!!! YOU HAVE THE HERO AND HEROINES KISS IN OTHER MOVIES BUT NOT THIS ONE????? WHAT????? *END OF SPOILER*
Done with rant :D
But that is basically all the cons.
As said before (three times) it's a Disney movie. "But Disney has been getting cuckoo lately Ceci" you may be saying. Yes. Yes, it has. But let me rephrase myself. It's a Disney movie made in 2010. That's when Disney Movies were still fairly enjoyable.
Back to the point here. It's clean (obviously). But it does have two scenes where Christopher goes to a night club called Under 21. The first time to "hang out" {nothing happens in that scene except that paparazzi come) and the second time to sing for Alexis Bender's birthday party. And that's all they show about the night club so yeah...
She is really strong and determined to work hard. She also has no problem telling people that they are wrong when they are.
But I still love Christopher <3 And I just have to include this gif
Five Stars, it's a nice, clean, family friendly movie that even teen girls (I am proof that they will like it) will love.
*hem* Sorry for that outbreak :P
I really can't think of anything else to say.....
Um....
Um....
OKAY
CONS:
It's a Disney movie, it has a few "Cheesy" moments that make you roll your eyes and say, "Seriously Disney? How stereotypical of you Disney!"
Oh. THIS IS THE BIGGEST CON. (get ready for angry screaming) *SPOILER ALERT* CHRISTOPHER AND JESSICA WERE ABOUT TO KISS TWICE BUT YOU INTERRUPTED THEM TWICE!!!!! YOU HAVE THE HERO AND HEROINES KISS IN OTHER MOVIES BUT NOT THIS ONE????? WHAT????? *END OF SPOILER*
Sorry for the bad quality. This is one of the times they were interrupted.
Done with rant :D
But that is basically all the cons.
CONTENT
As said before (three times) it's a Disney movie. "But Disney has been getting cuckoo lately Ceci" you may be saying. Yes. Yes, it has. But let me rephrase myself. It's a Disney movie made in 2010. That's when Disney Movies were still fairly enjoyable.
Back to the point here. It's clean (obviously). But it does have two scenes where Christopher goes to a night club called Under 21. The first time to "hang out" {nothing happens in that scene except that paparazzi come) and the second time to sing for Alexis Bender's birthday party. And that's all they show about the night club so yeah...
QUOTES (in chronological order) (sorta)
"Jessica: You don't even know him!
Sara: I know everything about him! I'm a member of his original fan club!"
(there is more to this quote and I didn't exactly quote it right)
"Stubby: We should be chilling at that party your parents are hosting
Christopher: Since when do you want to party with my parents?
Stubby: The caterers are from Argentina. There's going to be steak - for dessert!
Christopher: Ooh, tempting"
~I'm just looking forward to being grounded till I'm 30!~
Jessica
"Jessica: Just take me home!
Christopher: I will! (*takes breath*) I just have to make a teeny tiny stop"
"Christopher: Just...stay!
Jessica: Woof"
"Christopher: How did you find me?
Jessica: The hat
Christopher: You're right, it does smell like fish
Jessica: Nope, that's you"
"Jessica: You drive like my grandpa!
Christopher: And you look my grandma!"
~You killed Petunia!~
Jessica
"Christopher: Well, let me tell you something about myself that no one knows
Jessica: You collect your toenails in a pickle jar?
Christopher: What? No!"
"Jessica: Okay, so comedy, not your next big career move
Christopher: What? I'm funny!
Jessica: Funny looking"
"Jessica: You're pretty amazing too
Christopher: Really?
Jessica: Yeah, I mean, you are a horrible driver! And that's amazing, especially for a guy who has five cars!
Christopher: Oh, no! Not this again!"
Isn't it adorable how he calls her Jess?!
"Stubby: Are you okay?
Christopher: Yeah, I just can't get her out of my head
Stubby: Yeah, me neither. I mean, she cacked all over my shoes."
~Silly, those things only happen in movies, this is real life~
Alexis Bender
(I find this quote ridiculous since it's a movie quote xP)
OVERALL FAVORITE CHARACTER
Jessica Olsen
She is really strong and determined to work hard. She also has no problem telling people that they are wrong when they are.
But I still love Christopher <3 And I just have to include this gif
EDIT: So, I just realized that I forgot to give StarStruck an overall rating (wow, nice one Ceci).
OVERALL RATING
Five Stars, it's a nice, clean, family friendly movie that even teen girls (I am proof that they will like it) will love.
Oh my gosh, I'm not the only one obsessed with this movie?!? I stumbled across this movie while skimming through Netflix about a year ago, and since then, it's become one of my favorite cheesy Disney Channel movies. ;) Totally one of the top recommendations on my list for "cheesy girls-night movies." ;) Love the review! I completely agree with you! Awesome reviewing job, Cecilia! I love how Jessica is one of the few Disney channel characters who's actually sarcastic and strongly independent. She's still one of my favorite characters in that movie. But, I gotta admit, I love Stubby. :P Great job, once again! :D
ReplyDeleteSOMEONE ELSE WHO LOVES THIS MOVIE O_O YES!!! I'm glad you enjoyed it! And yes, Stubby is the best :D
ReplyDeleteHaha! Right?! I was actually really surprised to see you did a review on it. I didn't know anyone who knew that this movie even existed until now! Do you have any idea how big a moment this is for me? :P ;) (just kidding, haha) Stubby and Christopher! Let's face it, they're the best. ;)
DeleteThey are! I love the part where they're in Christopher's car and they do their secret handshake thingy xD They are awesome :D
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