November 1st 2024.
Netflix's latest movie, Time Cut, has caused quite a stir among fans who grew up in the 00s. This high school slasher film has sparked outrage among those who experienced this awkward time in teen history firsthand. If you were in high school during this era, you probably cringe when you look back at the fashion trends that were popular then. From concealer lips to bodycon skirts, frosted hair tips to rat tails, and heavy eyeliner to the infamous bobby-pinned hair pouf, it's safe to say that it was a time not to be romanticized, but rather appreciated in hindsight with a hearty sympathetic chuckle and a "what were we thinking?"
However, it seems that Generation Z has reimagined 00s culture into a fun and trendy era, with boob tubes, crop tops, and low-rise combat pants making a comeback. This has caused some offense among those who remember the true struggles of the 00s, where YouTube makeup tutorials and curated Instagram aesthetics were not yet a thing. We were not the "brats" that Gen Z portrays us to be, but rather cake-faced, clumsy losers who were still trying to figure out our personal style.
So when Netflix released the trailer for Time Cut, which seemed to romanticize this destitute cultural time, it's no wonder that some of us took offense. The movie follows a teenager who travels back in time to 2003, and while she may have been appalled by the fashion, so were the viewers – but for a different reason. Instead of cringing at the outdated trends, they were amazed by how good everyone looked. It's worth noting that Heelys, the popular shoe with wheels, was not a thing in high school back then.
Directed by Hannah Macpherson, the film stars Madison Bailey, Antonia Gentry, and Michael Shanks, and follows the teen as she tries to stop the serial killer who murdered her sister. To build up the buzz, Netflix posted a clip of the film on social media with the caption, "Spend a day in 2003!" However, the trailer showed a very rose-tinted version of 00s high school life. Not a single bad hairstyle – think razor-straight bangs paired with wet-look curly hair, and the reign of the extreme side fringe – made an appearance. And there's not a concealer lip in sight.
While the actors were dressed in Ugg boots and disc belts, viewers were quick to point out the lack of effort in recreating 00s hair and makeup. In a viral post, one viewer shared the trailer and wrote, "You can have the actors wear all the Uggs and tracksuits your heart desires, but putting zero effort into period accurate hair and makeup means it was all for nothing." They also added that most period pieces set in the 90s and 00s are too afraid to make the characters look "ugly." They suggested that the film could have been funnier if the cast had been dressed in a slightly more exaggerated way.
Oh, the infamous 00s hair pouf – it's a love-hate relationship for many of us. While the movie did include a few 00s trends, the lack of accurate hair and makeup to match was disappointing. Sure, the 3/4 length leggings were on point, but where were the chunky tri-color highlights, halter tops, culotte pants, and jeans under dresses that were all the rage back then?
Many viewers agreed with this sentiment, with some even comparing the film to the iconic 00s high school movies, Mean Girls and Clueless. These movies had a diverse range of characters with their own unique styles, from emos to sporty kids to girl gangs. In contrast, Time Cut seemed to have a lack of diversity in the wardrobe. "This doesn't feel 2003-ish to me. Where are the goth girls and emo boys?" commented one viewer.
It's clear that the filmmakers missed the mark when it came to accurately portraying the 00s fashion and culture. "No frosted tips, no rat tails... they're even scared to style the boys," pointed out one viewer. Another added, "Where did the blue eyeshadow go, along with the dream matte mousse and the curled hair with straight bangs?" It's a shame that the movie didn't fully embrace the wild and exaggerated fashion of the 00s, but fear not – our memories of this era will live on, even if they're pushed to the very back.
If you're curious to see the movie for yourself, Time Cut is now available to watch on Netflix. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures to share, don't hesitate to get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency. You can email us, call us, or visit our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
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