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The Crush (1993) starring Alicia Silverstone, Cary Elwes, and Jennifer Rubin


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A lonely newcomer to a preppy neighborhood in Seattle, 28-year-old journalist Nick (played by Cary Elwes of The Princess Bride) finds it flattering that his landlord’s 14-year-old daughter Adrian (played by Alicia Silverstone in her first film role ever) has taken an interest in him. Rather than putting an end to the “crush” by having an honest and frank conversation with her, he decides to lead her on and the relationship spins into extraordinarily creepy territory. With a nauseating plot and main character who can only be described as deeply unsettling, the film culminates in a third act that has you rooting for the bad guy… or girl. The hosts discuss Kubrick's Lolita, the director’s lawsuit, and Silverstone’s early acting chops and career as the ultimate rich-girl teenager. 

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The Shiterion CollectionBy Kate Santos and Stevie Anderson – 90s Movie Review