Legally Blonde 2001
“Boldly going where no blonde has gone.”
What is Legally Blonde?
Legally Blonde is a 2001 comedy film that follows the life of a fashionable sorority queen named Elle Woods. The story begins when Elle, who appears to have everything she desires, finds herself suddenly single after her boyfriend, Warner Huntington III, ends their relationship.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 13, 2001
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Marc Platt Productions
- Budget
- $18,000,000
- Revenue
- $141,778,365
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
Legally Blonde is a 2001 comedy film that follows the life of a fashionable sorority queen named Elle Woods. The story begins when Elle, who appears to have everything she desires, finds herself suddenly single after her boyfriend, Warner Huntington III, ends their relationship. Warner decides to leave her behind to pursue his education at Harvard Law School. Determined to win him back, Elle utilizes her personal resources to gain admission to the same institution. Once she arrives at Harvard, her journey takes an unexpected turn as she begins to realize that there is more to her identity than just her physical appearance. The film, which is rated PG-13, has a runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes. It was released in the United States on July 13, 2001. Through her experiences at law school, Elle transitions from a sorority queen focused on her romantic life to a woman discovering her own potential and depth beyond her initial reputation.
Should you watch it?
“A fashionable sorority queen follows her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School to prove her worth.”
- inspiring character development
- humorous fish-out-of-water premise
- predictable plot structure
Watch it if you enjoy stories about personal growth and overcoming stereotypes.
The film contains mature themes related to university life and romantic relationships.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the movie about?
A sorority queen enrolls in Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend.
Who is the main character?
The story focuses on Elle Woods.
Does Elle Woods succeed?
Elle discovers there is more to herself than just her appearance while attending law school.
Is the film a comedy?
The film follows the journey of a fashionable sorority leader in a law school setting.
Where does the story take place?
The narrative is set primarily at Harvard Law School.