Emma Stone has delivered another remarkable performance in the teen comedy Easy A. Released by Sony Pictures/Screen Gems and directed by Will Gluck, the romantic comedy brings something new to the world of teenage angst. The film has a familiar ’80s vibe that is enhanced and updated by Stone’s offbeat persona. A relevant storyline, lively dialogue, and a star-filled cast of characters make this movie ideal for teenagers, but adults of all ages will appreciate it as well.
The story centers around Olive Penderghast, played by Stone. Olive is a quirky, clean-cut student in high school who is tired of being a loner. Pressured to lose her virginity by her best friend, Olive falsely confesses to a wild night with a fictitious boy. She is overheard by a morally-driven classmate, and rumors of her imaginary tryst spread throughout the school. To advance her social position and help out some other misfits as well, Olive boosts her reputation to disastrous levels. Humiliated and ostracized, Olive weaves her way through the rumor mill with a surprising amount of wit and sass.
Easy A showcases Stone’s acting abilities by combining lighthearted humor with serious social issues. Stone shines in the film with her unconventional charm, flawless comedic timing, and authentic complexity. Appearing in nearly every scene of the film, Stone carries the movie and raises it to a relatable level.
The role of Olive may be Stone’s first leading role, but she is no stranger to the acting world. She made her first feature film debut in 2007, playing Jules in the comedy Superbad. She won the 2008 Young Hollywood Exciting New Face award for the part. She continued impressing audiences with her supporting parts in The House Bunny, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, and The Rocker. In 2009, she delivered a superior performance as Wichita in the horror-comedy Zombieland. In 2010, Stone did a voiceover for the character Mazie in the film Marmaduke.
Emma Stone’s effortless confidence gives Easy A a uniquely refreshing appeal. She has a natural presence in the comedy universe that audience members will want to enjoy over and over.
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