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The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirlis one of those movies that’s so bad it’s good, holding a special place in the hearts of 2000s kids despite being trashed by critics at the time. Its comeback story is nothing short of miraculous. Like many masterpieces, it didn’t initially win over audiences, with its disappointing box office performance and a measly 19% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
However, in the hearts of 2000s kids, it remains forever youthful, a nostalgic treasure trove to revisit childhood memories. Actress Sasha Pieterse, who starred in the film as Marissa, the Ice Princess, recently admitted it’s one movie she’s embarrassed about in her career, for obvious reasons.
The Ice Princess Actress is Embarrassed by the 2005 GemThe Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl!
In a recent chat withThe Movie Dweebon YouTube, Sasha Pieterse, known for her roles as Alison DiLaurentis inPretty Little Liarsand obviously as the Ice Princess inThe Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl, took a dive into her career while promoting her latest project,The Image of You.
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The discussion naturally veered to the iconic 2005 film, and Pieterse confessed with a mix of humor and nostalgia that while it’s a sweet movie, she does feel a tad embarrassed about it. She revealed,
“It was a very cute movie, but it was also terrible in its own ways. That’s so mean to say, but like, it had a resurgence, which is great. But there were some issues, and it’s okay. It’s special to me; it’s close to my heart for sure.”
The movie certainly had more than a few issues. Despite its flaws,Sasha Pietersehas repeatedly emphasized how deeply connected she feels to the film, especially considering it was her debut. It holds a special place in her heart, and she cherishes it as a significant milestone in her career.
Why isThe Adventures of Sharkboy and LavagirlSo Bad That It’s Good?
While there were countless flaws in the movie, strangely, they all seem to have worked in favor of its status as a 2005 icon in the past decade. Initially heavily criticized upon its release for its obnoxious CGI, irritating characters, and distracting 3-D gimmicks,Sharkboy and Lavagirlhas become a beloved gem despite theseshortcomings.
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Even die-hard fans of the film acknowledge these flaws, but it’s the nostalgia and the quirky charm associated with the dated CGI andpre-TwilightTaylor Lautnerthat makes the film so epic.
While its flaws add to the fun, fans can’t help but admit that there is a genuine sweetness behind its cheesy writing that shines during the heartfelt moments. The tale of a kid finding solace in his dreams from real-life troubles struck a chord with many young as well as adult fans, giving the movie a strong emotional core. Plus, hats off to the director Robert Rodriguez, who co-wrote the story with his then seven-year-old son. No wonder it resonated with young viewers, it’s truly one-of-a-kind!
The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl is available on Apple TV for rent.
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
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