Lovestruck High Story:-
This reality series follows a group of UK twentysomethings as they journey to the US, masquerade as teens, and compete for prom dates. It’s objectively dreadful – yet inexplicably, shamefully compelling.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 18 May 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Drama, Reality |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Cast | Lindsay Lohan, Ria Lina, Russell Hicks, Chloe Zeitounian |
| Director | Rob Fisher |
| Producer | Tim Harcourt, Colin Whitaker |
| Production | Studio Lambert |
| Certificate | 18+ |
Lovestruck High (available on Amazon Prime) joins the ranks of countless other abysmal dating shows that ensnare viewers in their shallow dramas, leaving them unaware of the passage of time until they find themselves submerged in a compliant darkness, consumed by thoughts of who will be rejected next. The premise, undoubtedly questionable from the outset but pursued nonetheless, involves Love Island-esque contestants pretending to attend an American high school, all in pursuit of love and a $100,000 prize (£80,000). With the majority of participants hailing from Britain, save for one Irish contestant, one can’t help but wonder about the exchange rate implications. Sending fully tattooed adults to partake in faux high school lessons led by actors posing as teachers, who infantilize them in hopes of fostering romantic connections? After witnessing Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, it’s difficult to feign surprise.
The show’s aesthetic borrows heavily from Sex Education, featuring vibrant colors and a blend of British boarding school and American high school vibes. However, its true homage lies in its emulation of Made in Chelsea. Shot in the distinctive scripted reality style – characterized by earnest discussions about emotions surrounded by cameras akin to lions stalking prey – and replete with slow-motion shots of toned bodies engaging in physical education, the series is engineered to manufacture unnecessary conflict and tension, rendering it hopelessly, shamefully addictive.
Two elements distinguish Lovestruck High from its counterparts. Firstly, it boasts Lindsay Lohan as the narrator, who peppers her commentary with as many Mean Girls references as possible without directly citing the film, offering observations like “Wow, savage” and “Geez, high school is tough.” The series indulges in gratuitous interjections, with each episode running a lengthy 48 minutes, often rehashing recent events or over-explaining forthcoming developments, easily shaving off 20 minutes from its runtime. Secondly, the show deviates from the norm by featuring contestants of varying sexual orientations, promising chaos initially as individuals navigate their romantic pursuits. However, this potential quickly dissipates as cliques form and sexual preferences take a backseat.
Ultimately, Lovestruck High adheres to the scripted reality formula with unwavering precision, its attempts at sophistication falling flat even amidst scenes reminiscent of Mean Girls and post-cheerleading milkshake gatherings. The first three episodes, released simultaneously, unfold at breakneck speed, with friendships, crushes, and relationships evolving and unraveling in rapid succession. A predictable twist in the third episode elicits exaggerated reactions from the cast, bordering on hysteria. While undeniably engrossing from the outset, one can’t help but question if the only person being “pied off” is the viewer themselves.
