Slap Her... She's French

High school cheerleader Starla Grady reluctantly decides to host Genevieve Le Plouff, an exchange student from France. This decision is driven by her need to improve her poor grades in French and her hope that Genevieve will help her succeed academically.

Doreen Gilmore, a passionate activist opposing beauty standards, becomes a notable figure in the school. Her stance is met with hostility, especially as Starla gears up for a beauty pageant, further highlighting the contrasting values between her and Starla.

Starla hosts a grand welcome event for Genevieve, sharing her dreams of becoming a news anchor. She reveals her audition video from a professional studio, showcasing her ambition and meticulous planning for a successful future.

Genevieve quickly becomes well-liked by Starla's friends and family, causing tension in Starla's life. As Genevieve's charm and charisma shine through, she starts to overshadow Starla, earning affection and admiration.

Ed, the school newspaper photographer, becomes Genevieve's supporter, creating conflict with Starla. This is exacerbated when Ed features Genevieve in a prominent spread, pushing Starla to re-examine her own popularity.

After receiving a failing grade in French, Starla is forced to quit the cheerleading squad, marking a significant decline in her social standing. Genevieve takes full advantage of the situation, stepping into the spotlight as the new cheerleading star.

Starla discovers Genevieve's manipulative actions but struggles to provide proof of her deceit. The rivalry intensifies when Genevieve seduces Kyle, Starla's boyfriend, adding emotional conflict to their already fraught relationship.

In a dramatic twist, Genevieve wins the title of homecoming queen, further cementing her status and success at Starla's expense. This event underscores the complete reversal of fortunes between the two rivals.

Starla experiences a devastating betrayal when Genevieve returns a tape of French lessons containing embarrassing recordings of her. This revelation leads to new accusations against Starla, jeopardizing her reputation.

Genevieve escalates her manipulation by framing Starla for carrying a knife and using drugs. This results in severe consequences for Starla, pushing her into a situation where she must fight to reclaim her identity and status.

With the help of Ed and her brother Randolph, Starla begins to gather evidence against Genevieve. The investigation leads her to uncover Genevieve's true identity as Clarissa Fogelsey, revealing the long-standing grudge she bears against Starla.

Upon being unmasked, Genevieve decides to abandon her plans and flees Splendora in disgrace. This dramatic exit marks the end of her quest for revenge and highlights the final downfall of her character.

Emerging from the chaos caused by Genevieve, Starla finds a path to personal growth and transformation. Although she does not achieve her original ambitions, she finds strength within herself and learns to navigate her new reality.

After parting ways with Kyle, Starla embarks on a new romantic relationship with Ed. This development signifies her moving on from past grievances and embracing new opportunities in life.

Genevieve's journey takes her to Paris, where she is greeted by her new adoptive family. This new beginning for her under false pretenses represents the ultimate irony of her quest for acceptance and revenge.