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Heathers

"Heathers" is a dark comedy film from 1989 that satirizes high school social hierarchies and teenage issues. It follows Veronica, a smart girl who navigates a toxic social scene dominated by a popular clique called the Heathers. When she partners with a rebellious new student, they challenge the school's cliques and expose the cruelties behind the societal facade. The film explores themes of peer pressure, identity, and the desire for control, using satire and dark humor to critique the superficiality and cruelty often found in adolescent social dynamics.