Watch The Hot Chick
- PG-13
- 2002
- 1 hr 44 min
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5.6 (102,233)
The Hot Chick is a comedy film released in 2002, directed by Tom Brady and starring Rob Schneider, Rachel McAdams, and Anna Faris. The movie is about a popular, self-centered girl named Jessica (McAdams), who wakes up one morning in the body of a 30-year-old, overweight man named Clive (Schneider). Meanwhile, Clive wakes up in Jessica's body, leading to plenty of comedic confusion and hijinks.
The film begins with Jessica and her friends performing a cheerleading routine, during which Clive is in the audience, ogling them. After ending up on opposite ends of a school-wide prank, the two end up stumbling upon a pair of cursed earrings in a mall. After both trying them on, they wake up in each other's bodies the next day.
Jessica (now in Clive's body) initially struggles with his weight, unfamiliarity with women's clothing, and his reputation as a delinquent at school. Clive (now in Jessica's body) rebels against the posh lifestyle he finds himself in, while Jessica must navigate her newfound status as a man while trying to figure out how to return to her own body.
As Clive struggles with a life of privilege and must deal with advances from men while in Jessica's body, he finds himself becoming increasingly sympathetic towards others, and begins a romantic relationship with Jessica's best friend April (Faris). Meanwhile, Jessica (as Clive) attempts to bond with her father and discover the cause of the cursed earrings.
Throughout the film, both characters must learn to appreciate the experiences of the other, leading to plenty of goofy, slapstick comedy and heartwarming moments of growth and understanding.
The Hot Chick is a raunchy, lighthearted comedy that dives into themes of gender, identity, and perception. Coupled with its absurd plot and over-the-top performances, the film's heartwarming message of understanding and personal growth has made it a cult classic.
In conclusion, The Hot Chick is a zany, entertaining romp that tackles complex topics with slapstick humor and heart. Its memorable performances and fun plot make it a must-watch for fans of goofy comedies.
The Hot Chick is a 2002 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.6 and a MetaScore of 29.