Drama,Romance
United States of America
Crazy/Beautiful is a 2001 romantic drama film directed by John Stockwell and starring Kirsten Dunst and Jay Hernandez. The film revolves around Nicole Oakley (Dunst), a rebellious and troubled teenager from a wealthy family in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles. She is constantly in trouble with the law and struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, as well as her relationships with her parents.
Carlos Nuñez (Hernandez) is a hardworking and ambitious Latino student who lives in a modest home with his father and younger brother. Despite their different backgrounds, Carlos and Nicole are drawn to each other and begin a tumultuous relationship.
The film follows the ups and downs of their relationship as they navigate their differences and try to find common ground. Carlos sees potential in Nicole and tries to help her overcome her self-destructive behavior, but their relationship is challenged by her mental health struggles and her disapproving father (played by Bruce Davison).
Crazy/Beautiful received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its performances, particularly from Dunst and Hernandez. The film explores themes of class, race, mental health, and the difficulties of navigating young love in a complex social environment.
