"Popular Theory" is a 2024 American family comedy directed by Ali Scher. The film stars Sophia Reid-Gantzert as Erwin Page, a 12-year-old genius navigating the complexities of high school life. Despite her intellectual prowess, Erwin struggles with social isolation, lacking friends and facing misunderstandings even within her own family.
Erwin's life takes a turn when she teams up with Winston Wilkinson (Lincoln Lambert), a fellow outcast and chemistry enthusiast. Together, they embark on a mission to win the state science fair by developing a chemical compound that can influence popularity. Their innovative solution involves infusing this compound into chewing gum, aiming to alter the high school social hierarchy.
As their experiment unfolds, the duo observes the unintended consequences of their creation. The newfound popularity brings about challenges, testing their friendship and forcing them to confront the ethical implications of their actions. Ultimately, they learn valuable lessons about authenticity, the importance of genuine connections, and the true meaning of friendship.
- IMDB Rating - 6/10
- Director - Ali Scher
- Writers - Ali Scher, Joe Swanson
- Stars - Sophia Reid-Gantzert, Lincoln Lambert, Cheryl Hines
