GENRE: Film - Girls in Sports
HONORS: none
REVIEW: Drew Barrymore takes this true story from print to film, which is a story of, Bliss, a Texas teen who is raised to fulfill the dreams of her mother by winning in beauty pageants, but finds herself enthralled with the subversiveness and empowerment of competitive women's roller derby. This is a coming of age film, where Bliss travels the distance, as well as buries herself deep in secrets just to fulfill her love of the sport. She has finally found something that she thrives in and just needs the recognition from her conservative small town parents. The film also touches on issues like drunk driving and the dilemma of choosing one's own interests over a boyfriend's. The best thing about this is that the happy ending isn't atypical. She learns to love herself and ditch the boyfriend.
OPINION: The cameos of strong female leads makes this film adaptation appealing, while preserving its integrity. Ellen Page fits the role with her 'indie' film stardom (i.e. Juno), but her twiggy figure is a bit awkward for the sport. A truly unique subject done in a very cool way.
IDEAS: Recommended for girls who are looking for media with strong female leads and not a love struck happy ending.
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