Film

Some Kind of Wonderful 1987

Directed by Howard Deutch

  • Romance, Comedy
  • 95 min
  • PG-13

Before they could stand together, they had to stand alone.

Keith Nelson, an artsy high school outcast, tries to land a date with popular girl Amanda Jones with some help from his tomboy best friend, Watts. However, Watts realizes she likes Keith as more than just a friend and tries to convince him to stop pursuing Amanda. Matters are further complicated when Keith's invitation draws the ire of Amanda's rich yet snobby ex-boyfriend, Hardy Jenns, who makes plans to get even.

RomanceComedyhigh schoolex-boyfriendbullyteen moviebest friendhigh school studentrich kidtomboyfemale drummerannoying sisterrich vs pooraspiring artist

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