![]() ![]() So the next time you are at your local DVD store and you feel like renting out the next Hollywood teen comedy, do yourself a favour - rent this instead! In conclusion, HAA was a very funny teen flick and should be given a chance. It was good to see him in a bigger role as I have only seen him previously as a recurring character in 'Neighbours.' The screen is very nearly stolen by the teachers who are absolutely hilarious. Alex Cappelli was also good as the resident bad boy. Delta was really underrated as the titular character giving an understated performance as the so-called 'perfect' Alison Ashley of Erica's mind. Very talented and lit up the screen with her witty acting of the over-dramatic, kooky teen. Saskia Burmeister was nothing short of charming in her role as Erica Yurken. Giving unknown actors a chance in a low-budget flick that steered away from most of the clichés of the Hollywood teen film. It was a refreshing change from the usual teen fare, and it was to nice to see actors who weren't the usual tanned bimbos playing the lead in a film. ![]() Not a classic teen film by any means, but a really enjoyable way to spend your time. Well I heard a lot about this film, "Delta was wooden" and "Saskia was annoying" but after watching the film, I was pleasantly surprised. ![]()
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