The "highest score" is a truly explosive youthcomedy, which has proper for the pictures of this genre dynamics, successful references and even parodies of many films about robbery, worthy of acting and an interesting idea.
Without a cliche, but with stereotypes
In the category of films about middle and high schoolThere are an infinite number of stereotypes and clichés that, during viewing, obsessively callurize the eyes of the viewer. The theme is in fact quite in demand in the cinema, the film in which it is exploited, a great many. Many novice and well-known directors repeatedly tried to bring something new into this sub-genre, some did it, others did not. Director Bryan Robbins managed to avoid the most recognizable and bored cliche, but the characters are still somewhat stereotyped. Among the main characters there is also a rote, the "botan" Anna Ross, the self-willed Francesca, the rebellious freethinker Kyle, the loser Roy, just athlete Deissmond and the positive Matt in all respects. However, this film "Higher score" did not in the least hurt.
Other goals in life
It so happened that when the viewer seescategory "youth comedy", he already expects a traditional set of priorities and goals that should be pursued by individuals of the "adolescence" age category. Traditionally, this set does not look very nice: with whom to go to the prom, with whom to get the first sexual experience, by all means become a king / queen of the ball, fall in love or fall in love with someone for a dispute and sex in all its manifestations. But the movie "The Highest Score" shows that teenagers, it turns out, have other goals in life, for example, going to college. Although tons of humor in the story are also present, but without all the same vulgar and gross jokes.
The plot without embellishment
Six main characters on the eve of the decisiveExam SAT (analogue of the Unified State Examination), which is to determine the future fate of adolescents, are decided on a daring and desperate act - to steal the correct answers of the test. There is no sense in hitting the spoilers, let the spectator not guess what the guys will do with this adventure. But one should know one thing: "The highest score" is a film in which the plot will necessarily be the first quivering love, and the overcoming of disappointments after the first unsuccessful love and true friendship, and a lot of curiosities in such an international company of the main characters. In this case, the action will develop quite dynamically, and the culmination will be the main surprise for the beholder. It is the final shots that give meaning to what is happening on the screen, showing some sublime morality. In this case, the creators deliberately do not strike exclusively in moralizing. See how the main characters unfold in the final dialogue, realizing that they as a result of their ordeals acquired far more than they planned at the beginning, is incredibly touching.
Caricature of the characters is not a problem!
"High score" is a film that can by rightbe proud of the cast. All the performers of the leading roles, like one, despite the small experience, played decently with an enviable self-giving. Despite the primary caricature of the characters, to the finale each of them is revealed completely, which gives the event a liveliness and realism. Among the performers of the leading roles, the most experienced in acting was Scarlett Johansson, who changed her usual role as a performer of deep and complex images. Her character is an ordinary girl. Nevertheless, she showed all emotions, feelings and emotional experiences so successfully and reliably that this role was among the nominees in the Teen Choice Award as "Breakthrough of the Year for a Woman's Role". This and confirmed its stellar status. And Erika Christensen, despite not too colossal acting experience and constant work in "soap operas," was in no way inferior to her partners, her character turned out bright and memorable.
Male actors
Among male actors, main actors,stands out sweet and charming Chris Evans, who at that time appeared before the audience in the form of a particularly enterprising schoolboy. His character is quite convincing and, most importantly, believable. Bryan Greenberg deserves praise, after the unsuccessful image of Jake from the painting “One Tree Hill” he was finally rehabilitated. Despite the fact that Matthew Lillard had a small role, rather, a minor one, the actor was amazing, even if he said only a couple of replicas. So "The Highest Score" can be proud of its successful cast. For the first time, the viewer will see other actors. But their work is worthy of the highest appreciation, such memorable, although different. The performers of the main and secondary roles - quite diverse actors (of various sizes and professionalism, with different work experience) - formed an excellent creative team.
Cinema with rhythm
Film with a clear rhythm, completely "without water"- that's what viewers claim. “The highest score” is a non-stressing mix of school adventures and endless positive, and filled with a meaning that is so pleasant to realize. The picture attracts with unobtrusive humor, young enthusiasm, fiery soundtracks, non-trivial plot and lack of “dirt”. And although the characters sometimes play pranks, their antics look nice. In fact, they are all as one, positive. The verdict is unequivocal - the comedy “The Highest Ball” can be safely recommended for viewing to a wide audience.
