October 24th 2024.
Are you ready to have Bittersweet Symphony stuck in your head once again? Well, get ready because the first trailer for the highly anticipated Cruel Intentions series is officially here. Fans of the original film, released in 1999, will be excited to see the return of director Roger Kumble and an all-star cast including Sarah Michelle Gellar, Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe, and Selma Blair.
But this time around, the setting has changed. The series will take place at the elite Manchester College, where step-siblings Caroline Merteuil and Lucien Belmont will be battling for dominance. After a tragic hazing incident, Caroline enlists the help of her step-brother to pursue the Vice President's daughter, Annie Grover, in order to maintain their social status on campus.
In the trailer, Caroline confidently declares, "Being one of us means holding the key to any door worth entering. It's about getting what we want. Trust me, I always get what I want." And with a cover of Bittersweet Symphony playing in the background, viewers are reminded that "power can be cruel."
However, not everyone is thrilled about the series. Many fans have expressed their disappointment, with some even questioning why the 90s classic needed to be rebooted. Some have even called the trailer "lifeless" and accused the show of relying too heavily on nostalgia.
But for those who are excited to see the series, the wait is almost over. Cruel Intentions will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on November 21st. The main roles will be played by Sarah Catherine Hook and Zac Burgess, and in the trailer, Caroline begs Lucien to use his charm to win over Annie.
As one Reddit user pointed out, the original film was a hit because of its perfect casting and intense storyline. However, with the series, it seems like they are trying too hard to replicate the success of the original. Some have even joked that it feels like a "retooled script for a generic teen drama."
But regardless of the mixed reactions, fans are still looking forward to seeing the modern-day twist on the classic tale. The official synopsis promises a wild ride, as the elite students of Manchester College navigate the cutthroat social hierarchy and do whatever it takes to maintain their power and reputation.
For those who are unfamiliar with the original film, Cruel Intentions follows the story of Kathryn Merteuil, who makes a bet with her stepbrother, Sebastian Valmont, that he can't seduce the new principal's daughter, Annette Hargrove. At the same time, she challenges him to take the virginity of Cecile Caldwell as revenge for her ex-boyfriend.
The film was a huge success, grossing over $76 million at the box office and becoming a cult classic. It even spawned a sequel two years later, but it failed to live up to the original's success. Director Roger Kumble recently reflected on the film's 25-year anniversary and acknowledged that it probably couldn't be made in the same way now, given the changing times and societal norms.
But for now, fans can relive the nostalgia and enjoy the new chapter of Cruel Intentions when it premieres on Amazon Prime Video on November 21st. Don't miss out on the drama, secrets, and scandalous moments that are sure to come in this modern-day royal court at Manchester College.
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