– Jenna Ortega’s performance as Cairo Sweet in “Miller’s Girl,” directed by Jade Halley Bartlett, is captivating.
– The plot of the film fails to engage and feels out of touch with current times.
– The film revolves around an 18-year-old student’s relationship with her literature teacher, Jonathan Miller, played by Martin Freeman.
– Themes of seduction and power dynamics are explored, but the film falls short of making a meaningful statement.
– Ortega’s portrayal is a standout, but the plot lacks depth and purpose.
– The screenplay feels antiquated and perpetuates harmful stereotypes about teenage girls.
– The pacing is an issue, with a slow first half and tedious arguments in the second half.
– Despite promising performances, the film fails to deliver a compelling narrative.
– “Miller’s Girl” is set to be released by Lionsgate and is rated R for sexual content, language, teen smoking, and drinking, lacking the contemporary relevance to resonate with a wider audience.