She's the Man : Twelfth Night... but with Soccer!

Join Alex Grace and Dan Clark as they kick off the new year with a deep dive into the 2006 teen comedy, She's the Man, starring Amanda Bynes and Channing Tatum. Inspired by Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, this film offers a unique twist on the classic tale, set against the backdrop of high school soccer. Alex and Dan explore the film's quirky cast, including comedic performances by David Cross and Vinnie Jones, and discuss the film's playful handling of gender roles and stereotypes.

 

While Alex reminisces about the nostalgia of watching the film at the right age, Dan shares his fresh perspective and critiques, noting the film's standout comedic moments and unexpected character dynamics. They also delve into the film's clever nods to Shakespeare, such as the character names and settings, and highlight some hilarious scenes that never fail to amuse.

 

Whether you're a fan of teen comedies or simply curious about this Shakespearean adaptation, this episode offers a lighthearted look at a movie that blends classic literature with modern teenage antics. Tune in to hear why Alex loves the film and why Dan finds some redeeming qualities despite not being a fan of Amanda Bynes.

 

 

 

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Where to watch She’s the Man :

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• Apple : https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/shes-the-man/umc.cmc.1q51sppm2r8ugzyexrm0ge22b

• Google Play : https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=vZRZfog6XkA.P

 

Things we discussed in the episode!

 

She's the Man (2006) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0454945/

 

Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare https://www.sparknotes.com/shakespeare/twelfthnight/

 

Amanda Bynes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amanda_Bynes

 

Channing Tatum https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Channing_Tatum

 

David Cross https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Cross

 

Vinnie Jones https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vinnie_Jones

 

Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107