Weekend Watch: Drive Me Crazy [1999 Comedy/Romance]

Drive Me Crazy is a late '90s teen flick that brings together all the essential ingredients of the era: high school drama, an opposites-attract romance, and a killer soundtrack. Starring Melissa Joan Hart as the ever-popular Nicole and Adrian Grenier as the brooding next-door neighbor, Chase, this movie is a quintessential time capsule of turn-of-the-millennium teen culture.

The plot is classic rom-com fare. Nicole and Chase, who live next door to each other, concoct a plan to pretend they're dating in order to make their respective crushes jealous. What follows is a predictable yet undeniably charming journey as their fake relationship blossoms into something real.

Melissa Joan Hart shines as the type-A Nicole, bringing a mix of charisma and vulnerability to a role that could have easily fallen into cliché. Grenier's Chase is the perfect foil, with his grunge-inspired look and laid-back attitude. Together, they make for an endearing on-screen couple that you can’t help but root for.

What makes Drive Me Crazy stand out is how it captures the essence of high school life in the '90s—the cliques, the dances, and the pressure to fit in. The soundtrack, featuring artists like Britney Spears and The Donnas, is pure nostalgia and adds to the movie's feel-good vibe.

While the film may not break new ground, it does what it sets out to do: deliver a lighthearted, enjoyable story about finding love in unexpected places. It’s a feel-good movie that doesn’t take itself too seriously, making it perfect for a nostalgic watch on a lazy afternoon.

If you’re looking to relive the days of butterfly clips and cargo pants, Drive Me Crazy is a sweet, sugary trip down memory lane.