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The Bling Ring (2013) is an Independent biographical crime film written, produced, and directed by Oscar winning filmmaker Sofia Coppola. Starring Emma Watson, Israel Broussard, Katie Chang, Leslie Mann, and Taissa Farmiga.

The movie follows the true story of five rebellious teenagers in Los Angeles, California known as the Hollywood Hills Burglars.

In 2008, a group of teenagers robbed the homes of several celebrities, including Paris Hilton, Audrina Patridge, Orlando Bloom, Miranda Kerr, Megan Fox, and Lindsay Lohan. Their burglaries resulted in about $3 million in cash and belongings. Victims varied by the liking and obsessions of the members towards the celebrities.

The film was based on the Vanity Fair article “The Suspect Wore Louboutins” by Nancy Jo Sales.

Trailer: The Bling Ring Official Trailer #2 by Movieclips Trailers

The movie starts with the song “Crown on the Ground” by Sleigh Bells, with the five teenage protagonist breaking into one of the houses of the victims. The song goes well with the exhilaration and thrill of the scenario of theft.

Video: Bling Ring Opening by Jordan Agbor

Throughout the film, there’s a variety of rap or hip hop songs that mark the modern time of the story. These include “9 Piece” by Lil’ Wayne, “Live from the Underground” by Big K.R.I.T., “212” by Azelia Banks, “Hell of the Night” by SchoolBoy Q, “Bad Girls” by M.I.A., “All of the Lights“and “Power” by Kanye West, and “Super Rich Kids” by Frank Ocean. The rap and hip hop music give it the vibe of the scenery in California.

Video: The Bling Ring Rap Scene by BreakTv

The film also includes a selection of electronic music, like “FML” by deadmau5, “Levels” by Avicii, and “Sunshine” by Rye Rye. It compliments the ongoing partying of the main characters and the overall youthful energy and liveliness portrayed throughout the movie.

Video: The Bling Ring (“FML” Deadmau5 scene) by Robert Martinez

Video: Bling Ring – Levels (Music Video) by William Cordeiro

Like most Sofia Coppola films, it also has three original songs composed for the picture by Brian Reitzell, these include “Cotton Candy“, “Dans Beat” and “The Bling Ring Suite“.

One very iconic aspect of this movie is the performance of Emma Watson. Not only because she’s a well known British actress playing an extremely American character but because of how she incredibly slayed the role. Watson plays the character of the famed Alexis Neiers, who after her involvement in the Hollywood Hills Burglars became a television personality in the show Pretty Wild. The show chronicles the lives of Alexis and her family during and after the Bling Ring trial. Emma Watson’s portrayal of Alexis becomes very memorable after watching the film. It’s an underrated role that should not be kept in the shadows.

Video: The Bling Ring Featurette #1 – Emma Watson by Movieclips Trailers

The film interprets the scandalous story that flooded the tabloids, from the point of view of the naive and ignorant teenagers. Sofia Coppola once again creates an unforgettable picture that leaves you wanting more.

-Cain