‘Summer Romance’ at American Centre

'Crazy Beautiful', revolving around a poor Latino boy at Pacific Palisades High School, who falls for a troubled young rich girl from the neighborhood and their relationship which creates complications, will be screened at 6.30 on August 14, Tuesday at the American Centre, Galle Road Colombo-3, The film in the series under the section 'summer romance' is screened throughout the month of August at the American Centre.

Directed by John Stockwell, the film tells the story of Nicole (Kirsten Dunst), a 17-year-old troubled daughter of a wealthy congressman who never makes a rule she doesn't break. Carlos (Jay Hernandez) is a grade-A student with big dreams who endures a two-hour bus ride every morning to attend high school in an upscale L.A. neighborhood.

Their innocent flirtations quickly develop into passionate love, but Nicole's self-destructive behavior threatens their relationship and puts Carlos' promising future in jeopardy. Will their intense passion keep them together despite the objections of their families, or will Carlos be forced to plan his future without Nicole? Surprises lie at every turn in this wildly seductive and critically acclaimed drama.

Released in 2001, Walt Disney Pictures production discusses the cultural and class differences that problematise the pair's relationship. American Centre announces that the movie begins promptly at 6.30 pm. Entry is free and seating is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. It requests patrons to bring photo ID for entry.