As a die-hard Mean Girls fan who grew up watching this iconic film countless times, I can confidently say that Lacey Chabert‘s struggles with the “Jingle Bell Rock” dance have only added to the movie’s charm and rewatchability factor. It’s fascinating to think about how the actresses didn’t know just how legendary their performance would become, but now seeing it recreated by pop stars like Ariana Grande and Tate McRae is a testament to its enduring appeal.
It’s undeniable: “Mean Girls” remains an enduring masterpiece, with its catchphrases echoing through the years. Though not traditionally categorized as a Christmas movie, there’s one pivotal moment in the 2004 comedy that earns it a spot on my holiday viewing schedule. Interestingly, filming this scene was challenging for Lacey Chabert for a particularly relatable reason.
Individuals familiar with this timeless film will instantly recognize the scene I’m referring to. Approximately midway through, we find the Plastics executing their yearly provocative dance to “Jingle Bell Rock.” This scene unfolds while Cady, Janice, and Damian are attempting to infiltrate Gretchen Weiners’ group, portrayed by Lacey Chabert. The sequence depicts an exasperated Regina as Gretchen repeatedly stumbles during the dance. Later, Chabert revealed to People that contrary to appearances, this scene wasn’t entirely staged, stating:
As a gamer, I don’t have the rhythm for dance moves like some others. Yet, during that movie set, I could hear the director, Mark Waters, an incredible talent, calling out, multiple times, “Cut! Lacey’s off-beat. Someone assist her.
In the end, her clumsy left feet turned out to be advantageous since they fitted perfectly with the storyline. Just like Gretchen’s getting disoriented during the performance due to Cady’s novel steps, this confusion has become equally crucial to the dance as the planned choreography itself.
It’s fascinating to consider whether the four actresses performing “Jingle Bell Rock” on stage (Chabert, Rachel McAdams, Lindsay Lohan, and Amanda Seyfried) realized how iconic their dance would become. The “Mean Girls” movie has left a significant mark on popular culture, but this specific scene has been reenacted numerous times, with Ariana Grande’s “Thank U Next” music video being one of the most well-known recreations. More recently, pop star Tate McRae caught everyone off guard at iHeart Radio’s Jingle Ball by replicating the scene as an introduction to her performance. Her TikTok post also included Gretchen and Regina’s dialogue before they took the stage, proving that this dance is still very much in vogue.
During the shooting process, the actress for “Christmas In Rome” was not contemplating a long-term plan. Instead, she mentioned that her main focus was simply getting through each scene without faltering.
Each day while filming that movie, I found myself constantly laughing, struggling not to burst out, trying hard to maintain my character. In fact, when Gretchen accidentally knocked the stereo off the stage, it was impossible for us not to laugh genuinely. If you pay close attention, you can see I’m on the verge of losing control and laughing. Filming that scene was truly enjoyable.
In simpler terms, I could picture myself reacting just as you did. The whole scene is so hilarious, with everyone’s reactions to the dance and the subsequent events making me laugh out loud. The way the stereo lands on Jason’s face is just comical, reminding me of something I might see on Saturday Night Live (SNL). This fits since Mean Girls was written by SNL legend Tina Fey and produced by Lorne Michaels.
Since the filming of “Mean Girls”, the actress from “Party of Five” has turned into a regular face in Hallmark productions, much like Jonathan Bennett’s character Aaron Samuels. This holiday season, they both reconnected in a “Mean Girls” reunion, but it wasn’t just them; others were also involved.
Following decades filled with Hallmark charm, Chabert was fortunate enough to partake in Netflix’s holiday cheer, even reuniting briefly with Lindsay Lohan. Consequently, the cast from the 2004 comedy maintains the festive humor they are known for.
Nonetheless, “Mean Girls” continues to be a timeless classic from the 2000s, and it’s unlikely that another reboot will happen soon since the “Mean Girls” musical was recently released. Yet, I can’t help but hope for a glimpse of our original characters in their adult lives.
Just like Chabert’s character, Gretchen could be attempting to clarify the concept of “fetch” to her child. However, it seems she may have to elaborate extensively beyond simply defining “fetch,” beginning perhaps with her memorable winter talent show performance…
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2024-12-15 17:37