What a Girl Wants (2003) movie poster

What a Girl Wants (2003)

"Trying to fit in. Born to stand out."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 38% (RT: 34%, MC: 41) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyRomanceDramaFamily

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Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (1,708 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
34%
Metacritic
41
Cast
Amanda Bynes as Daphne Reynolds
Colin Firth as Henry Dashwood
Kelly Preston as Libby Reynolds
Eileen Atkins as Jocelyn Dashwood
Anna Chancellor as Glynnis Payne
Jonathan Pryce as Alistair Payne
Oliver James as Ian Wallace
Christina Cole as Clarissa Payne
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,708 votes. Critics scored it lower at 38%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
An American girl, Daphne, heads to Europe in search of the father she's never met. But instead of finding a British version of her bohemian mother, she learns the love of her mom's life is an uptight politician. The only problem now is that her long-lost dad is engaged to a fiercely territorial social climber with a daughter who makes Daphne's life miserable. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Dennie Gordon cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The initial cut of What a Girl Wants was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

What a Girl Wants is a 2003 comedy, romance, drama film directed by Dennie Gordon. An American girl, Daphne, heads to Europe in search of the father she's never met. But instead of finding a British version of her bohemian mother, she learns the love of her mom's life is an uptight politician.

The only problem now is that her long-lost dad is engaged to a fiercely territorial social climber with a daughter who makes Daphne's life miserable. The film has been rated by 1,708 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, What a Girl Wants 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. What a Girl Wants (2003) 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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