Going into this new version without any prior knowledge of the initial film, I watched it ready to form my own opinion. Because of this, I didn't feel inclined to compare it with what came before. The inclusion of someone from the original cast was a pleasant surprise, even if it wasn’t particularly thrilling for me—though that might have been different for those who are really devoted to the series. Now, let’s ta…

The movie ‘Mean Girls’ from 2024 had moments that made it more bearable, even if I didn’t find myself enjoying any of the songs. It’s always a good thing when musical numbers don't actively annoy you. The film felt like it could have been trimmed down a little; the comedy was okay, although its quality varied considerably. Angourie Rice wasn’t particularly impressive in the main part, and she didn’t live up to Lin…

The movie has occasional amusing moments and a serviceable musical score, though largely it feels like an empty narrative. Newcomer "Cady" (Angourie Rice) finds herself isolated at North Shore High until she connects with the unconventional pair, "Damian" (Jaquel Spivey) and "Janis" (Auli'i Caravalho). To stir up some trouble, they propose that “Cady” should join forces with the popular clique called the "Plastics," …