He's All That

He's All That

Year: 2021

Runtime: 88 min

Language: English

Director: Mark Waters

Echo Score: 30

Budget: $13M

ComedyRomance

Following a very public breakup, a popular social media influencer decides to take on a challenge to improve her image. She bets she can transform an unpopular student into prom king. As she works to change his appearance and social standing, she unexpectedly develops a connection with him, blurring the lines between a makeover project and a budding romance.

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1

Introduction of Padgett Sawyer

Padgett Sawyer is introduced as a TikTok influencer in her final year of high school, living with her divorced mother, who works as a nurse. To maintain her online persona, she pretends to live in an upscale condo, fearing that her followers and sponsors would abandon her if they knew the truth.

2

Betrayal by Boyfriend

Padgett's life takes a drastic turn when she discovers that her boyfriend, Jordan Van Draanen, is cheating on her with a backup dancer. In a fit of rage, Padgett confronts him during a live stream, which humiliates her and results in a loss of followers and sponsorship deals.

3

The Bet

To regain her social standing, Padgett accepts a bet to transform Cameron Kweller, the most unpopular boy at school, into prom king. Despite Cameron's indifference to her, she begins the challenge, marking the start of their complicated relationship.

4

Gaining Insight

Padgett seeks information about Cameron from his younger sister, Brin, which helps her understand him better. In an effort to bond, Padgett begins taking horse riding lessons with Cameron, breaking through his antisocial facade.

5

Uncovering Cameron's Past

Through her growing friendship with Cameron, Padgett learns about the tragic loss of his mother in a plane crash, which deeply affects his life. This revelation brings Padgett closer to understanding Cameron's challenges and builds compassion between them.

6

Social Transformation

Padgett helps Cameron with his appearance and social skills, taking him to her friend Quinn's party. There, when Jordan and his backup dancer appear to mock Padgett, Cameron unexpectedly comes to her defense, showcasing his loyalty.

Quinn's party
7

Conflict at the Birthday Party

During Alden's Great Gatsby-themed birthday party, Cameron confronts Jordan when he makes an inappropriate advance toward Brin. The altercation results in Cameron's mother's camera being damaged, leading to a heated departure despite Padgett's attempts to console him.

Alden's birthday party
8

Padgett's Dilemma

After the conflict, Padgett begins questioning the authenticity of her actions in relation to the bet. Torn between her new feelings for Cameron and the need to fulfill the bet, she grapples with the implications of revealing her true self to her peers.

9

Alden's Betrayal

The next day, Alden exposes Padgett's scheme to the school, revealing her intentions to become prom queen with Jordan. This revelation creates a rift in her new bond with Cameron, as he believes she only cared about him due to the bet.

10

Prom Day Decisions

Despite her mother's encouragement to be herself at prom, Padgett finds herself at a crossroads when Cameron decides not to attend. Brin intervenes, encouraging Cameron to go, realizing that Padgett's influence has brought positivity back into his life.

Prom day
11

The Prom Conclusion

On prom night, even though Padgett declines her role as Prom Queen, she ultimately waits for Cameron outside. In a heartfelt moment that signifies their connection, she kisses him after apologizing for her earlier actions.

Prom night Outside the school
12

New Beginnings

After reconciling with Cameron, Padgett's journey as an influencer takes a fresh turn. She decides to focus her social media presence on authentic experiences, traveling to various destinations worldwide with her boyfriend by her side.

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