Movie · 1999 · Comedy, Romance, Drama · 1h 37m · PG-13 · English
Curator score: 7.9/10 (3.9M ratings)
How do I loathe thee? Let me count the ways.
Overview
On the first day at his new school, Cameron instantly falls for Bianca, the gorgeous girl of his dreams. The only problem is that Bianca is forbidden to date until her ill-tempered, completely un-dateable older sister Kat goes out, too. In an attempt to solve his problem, Cameron singles out the only guy who could possibly be a match for Kat: a mysterious bad boy with a nasty reputation of his own.
Ratings
Curator score: 7.9/10
IMDb: 7.4/10
Letterboxd: 4.05/5
Rotten Tomatoes: 72%
Metacritic: 70
TMDB: 7.6/10
Director
Gil Junger
Production
Mad Chance, Jaret Entertainment
Cast
Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Larisa Oleynik, David Krumholtz, Andrew Keegan, Susan May Pratt, Gabrielle Union, Larry Miller, Daryl Mitchell, Allison Janney, David Leisure, Greg Jackson, Kyle Cease, Terence Heuston, Cameron Fraser, Eric Riedmann, Quinn Maixner, Demegio Kimbrough, Todd Butler
Where to watch
Disney Plus
Curator Review
Verdict
10 Things I Hate About You is a fresh take on Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, infused with humor and teenage angst. The film's clever dialogue and memorable performances, particularly by Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles, make it a standout in the teen romantic comedy genre.
Best for
Fans of romantic comedies
Shakespeare enthusiasts
Those who enjoy high school dramas
Skip if
Dislike teen romance
Prefer serious dramas
Not a fan of adaptations
Overview
10 Things I Hate About You brilliantly captures the trials and tribulations of teenage love while cleverly weaving in themes from Shakespeare. The film's charm lies in its witty script and the chemistry between its leads, Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles. Their performances elevate the material, making the characters relatable and engaging.
Worth noting
The film also tackles the complexities of sisterly relationships and the societal pressures faced by young women, all while maintaining a light-hearted tone. With memorable moments and quotable lines, it remains a beloved classic that resonates with audiences even decades after its release.
Top Letterboxd reviews
ciara (5★) · 35128 likes
the moral of the story is that all men are evil except heath ledger and joseph gordon-levitt and honestly BIG MOOD!
ciara (5★) · 33324 likes
kat stratford is the most relatable character of all time because i too am disgusted by all men except 20 year old heath ledger
🐌 (5★) · 27539 likes
me: i hate cliches
10 things i hate about you: so he was paid to date her but then he fell in love with her
me, sobbing: oh my god he was paid to date her but then fell in love with her
aliyah (5★) · 24402 likes
funny how shakespeare’s been real quiet since joseph gordon-levitt said ‘i burn, i pine, i perish’
Jay (3.5★) · 20201 likes
heath ledger: *dances down steps with giant leaps*
christopher nolan: that him. thats our joker