The Rules of Attraction (2002) movie poster

The Rules of Attraction (2002)

"We all run on instinct"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 55%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 48% (RT: 45%, MC: 50) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Roger Avary
Runtime
1h 50m
Country
Germany, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (594 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
45%
Metacritic
50
Cast
James Van Der Beek as Sean Bateman
Shannyn Sossamon as Lauren Hynde
Ian Somerhalder as Paul Denton
Jessica Biel as Lara
Kate Bosworth as Kelly
Jay Baruchel as Harry
Russell Sams as Richard
It's divisive. Only 55% of audiences liked it based on 594 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 48%.
Overview
The incredibly spoiled and overprivileged students of Camden College are a backdrop for an unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual classmate. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • James Van Der Beek spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of The Rules of Attraction was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

The Rules of Attraction is a 2002 drama, romance, comedy film directed by Roger Avary. The incredibly spoiled and overprivileged students of Camden College are a backdrop for an unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual classmate. The film has been rated by 594 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, The Rules of Attraction delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Rules of Attraction (2002) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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