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Confessions of a Teenage
Drama Queen
Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen film poster.png
Theatrical release poster
Directed by Sara Sugarman
Produced by
  • Robert Shapiro
  • Jerry Leider
Screenplay by Gail Parent
Starring
Music by Mark Mothersbaugh
Cinematography Stephen H. Burum
Editing by Anita Brandt-Burgoyne
Studio Walt Disney Pictures
Distributed by Buena Vista Pictures
Release date(s) February 20, 2004 (2004-02-20) (United States)
Running time 89 minutes
Country United States
Language English
Budget $15 million
Money made $33.1 million

Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen is a 2004 American teen musical comedy film directed by Sara Sugarman from a screenplay by Gail Parent, based on Dyan Sheldon's 1999 novel of the same name. It stars Lindsay Lohan as an aspiring teenage actress whose family moves from New York City to New Jersey, Adam Garcia as her favorite rock musician, Glenne Headly as her mother and Alison Pill as her best friend. The film introduced Megan Fox in her theatrical film acting debut.

It was released on February 20, 2004, by Buena Vista Pictures to mostly negative critical reaction, but was a modest commercial success, reaching number two at the box office, behind Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore's 50 First Dates. On July 20, 2004, it was released on VHS and DVD.

Plot

Mary Elizabeth "Lola" Steppe is a 15-year-old girl who grew up in New York City and wants desperately to become a famous Broadway actress. She narrates the story. Much to her annoyance, she moves with her family to the suburbs of Dellwood, New Jersey, but she confidently tells the audience, "A legend is about to be born. That legend would be me."

Cast

  • Lindsay Lohan as Mary Elizabeth "Lola" Steppe, an eccentric girl and compulsive liar, who wants desperately to be a famous actress and behaves like she is constantly in a movie
  • Megan Fox as Carla Santini, Lola's enemy and queen bee of the school.
  • Alison Pill as Ella Gerard, Lola's new best friend.
  • Adam Garcia as Stuart "Stu" Wolff, the Sidarthur lead singer.
  • Eli Marienthal as Sam, a shy boy and Lola's love interest.
  • Tom McCamus as Calum Steppe, Lola's father.
  • Glenne Headly as Karen Steppe, Lola's mother.
  • Carol Kane as Miss Baggoli, the director of school's play.
  • Sheila McCarthy as Mrs. Gerard
  • Alison Sealy-Smith as Sgt. Rose
  • Ashley Leggat as Marcia, one of Carla's best friends.
  • Barbara Mamabolo as Robin, one of Carla's best friends.
  • Maggie Oskam as Paige Steppe, Lola's sister.
  • Rachael Oskam as Paula Steppe, Lola's sister.

Box office

Despite mostly negative critical reception, the film grossed a modest $9.3 million in its opening weekend (February 20–22, 2004), debuting at number two, behind Adam Sandler's 50 First Dates. The film did fairly well at the box office, grossing $29 million domestically and $33 million worldwide.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack was released February 17, 2004, by Hollywood Records and features Lindsay Lohan, Lillix, Simple Plan, and other various artists.

Awards

See also

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