Romy and Michele's High School Reunion

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Romy and Michele's High School Reunion

R

1997

1h 31m

Comedy

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Ten years after their high school graduation, Romy (Mira Sorvino) and Michele (Lisa Kudrow) haven't exactly accomplished everything that they set out to do. Despite their strong friendship, their personal and professional lives are still lacking. When they hear of their upcoming high school reunion, they take it as an opportunity to show their classmates how much they've changed -- first by trying to reform themselves, then by creating a lie that eventually spins out of control.

Critics Consensus

Romy and Michele's High School Reunion has an admittedly slight premise, but it's elevated by ample heart, an infectiously playful spirit, and the buoyant chemistry of Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino.

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Rachel Vorona Cote

Bitch Media

03/01/2021

Enjoying Romy and Michele's High School Reunion requires several intersectional caveats - but unfortunately, we could say the same for most films being made today. What the film does offer, albeit hesitatingly, is a love story between two women.

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Ryan Gilbey

Independent (UK)

12/15/2018

Call it Bill and Ted with attitude, or a toothless Clueless: either way, the film uses up its best lines in the first 40 minutes, and only comes to life whenever the splendidly grouchy Janeane Garofalo is on screen.

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Carol Buckland

CNN.com

01/05/2018

If you're in the mood for fluffy fun, it is likely to make you laugh. The flick holds special charms for moviegoers who, like me, were not members of their high school "in" crowd.

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

Apr 24

4/5

For all its exaggerated accents, bold fashion, and ‘90s sheen, Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion remains a sharp and affectionate comedy about female friendship.

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Brian Rowe

InSession Film

05/03/2023

Along with the fantastic screenplay by Robin Schiff, Mirkin’s direction, and the extraordinary cast, the music plays a huge part in my love for this film.

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Eddie Harrison

film-authority.com

03/16/2023

4/5

…a funny, likable film with strong female characters…Sorvino and Kudrow have great comic timing, just enough pathos, and two characters who should have spawned a franchise for sure...

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Natasha R

@MsNatasha Jun 25

I thought this movie would only be good in the nostalgic part of my memory; thankfully, it was still great. I love that this movie promotes positive female friendships and highlights that a happy lifestyle is the true measurement for success. It is a relatable message that everyone had someone in high school that seemed to get under your skin; but as we grow up, all of that becomes so petty and inconsequential.

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David K

@CherishedCritic Jun 25

My favourite movie of all time. Such campy fun. Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino nail the silliness of the characters. A great camp comedy. This review was given the Business woman's lunch discount.

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tim G

@timg8747 Jun 24

i was not impressed one bit they should of called phoebe and rachels high school reunion because lisa kudrow is just like her character on the series friends

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moon s

@moon90 Feb 22

theres something great about this films old quirky humour, great performance by the cast and pretty good plot. a classic

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anthony v

@RT93649453 Nov 25

Who on earth are the Romy and Michele haters? This movie is brilliant. The "I invented Post-it Notes" gag alone is worth the price of admission. The soundtrack kicks ass.

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Janet D

@DrJanet Nov 3

This didn't age well at all. Can't recommend it.

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Synopsis

Ten years after their high school graduation, Romy (Mira Sorvino) and Michele (Lisa Kudrow) haven't exactly accomplished everything that they set out to do. Despite their strong friendship, their personal and professional lives are still lacking. When they hear of their upcoming high school reunion, they take it as an opportunity to show their classmates how much they've changed -- first by trying to reform themselves, then by creating a lie that eventually spins out of control.

Director: David Mirkin
Producer: Laurence Mark
Screenwriter: Robin Schiff
Distributor: BV International Pictures [no], Buena Vista International [us], Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co: Touchstone Pictures
Rating: R
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 25, 1997, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $29.2M
Runtime: 1h 31m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital, Surround
Aspect Ratio: 35mm, Flat (1.85:1)