Does anyone remember Teen Witch? This is quite possibly the most hilarious nonsensical film of the 80's pop culture scene. It's got all the cliche makings of a cheesy teen flick starring a girl who is a complete social outcast with an even dorkier side kick. She of course has a crush on a guy out of her reach-the high school Quarterback and has no real sense of who she really is. The difference in this film is Louis (the main character) discovers she is a witch with magical powers and the ability to manipulate events to her benefit or the power to dress really provocatively to manipulate things as well. What I find so great about this film is how out of touch Hollywood seemed to be with the urban community at the time yet managed to put some suburban white kids in trying to be all "Funky Fresh" by rapping and the couple Mexican guys they have in the second video dancing out of rhythm. I guess the two Mexican guys give the film the street cred and authenticity they were going for. This film is a mix of a bad musical and teen angst. I am starting the think the film makers were comedic geniuses. If you have not watched this film please do yourself a favor and download it right now.
I am serious watch this!
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