Kaka

Slightly less nimble and less daring than the modern remake. A 90s adaptation with all the trimmings. It's interesting to compare the depiction of 19th century social conventions in the two adaptations and look for differences in delivery and specific nuances. Excellent performances by all involved, perhaps only the casting move of changing Kirsten Dunst for Samantha Mathis was perhaps too bold and unbelievable.

The golden days of Kristen Stewart, when she wasn't old enough to sign up for Twilight type crap, etc. It's her that gives shape to this generally mediocrely written story of high school violence. Her character, however, is by far the best in terms of acting and screenwriting, and is the only supporting pillar that makes the film worth bothering with. Otherwise, it's nothing we haven't seen elsewhere, more subtly or more comprehensively rendered.

Smart, insightful, layered and, although it doesn't seem like it at first, very entertaining once the flashbacks kick in. A deftly constructed love triangle story that offers different perspectives on different themes and playfully transcends the classic sports drama with the ease and finesse of a seasoned filmmaker. Some things may be a bit much, like the annoying sucking scene or the final cruelly long slow-motion sequences, but otherwise it's a damn catchy and original drama. Zendaya excels.