In 2011, a light and slightly reckless comedy titled "Very Bad Teacher" was released. The actors of the film and its director did their best, there would have been so many stars and talents in one shot! We propose, in order, to consider the “sweet couple” who played the main roles - Cameron and Justin, and of the other actors, without a great play of which the film would not have become a comedy masterpiece.
Elizabeth Halsey
The main character of the picture is a young high school teacher named Elizabeth. The personality is extraordinary, at the same time it has quite simple, one might even say “popular” requests: to have as much money as possible and never work. She stayed at the position of teacher because she had lost a rich groom, she simply needed means of subsistence. In addition, Miss Halsey is struggling to raise money for a breast augmentation surgery. After all, it was the cherished fifth cup size, in her opinion, that would return her a pass to the world of luxury and idleness. A typical character performed by Cameron Diaz becomes multifaceted and incredibly attractive. Not only does the beauty show the public her stylish outfits, she shares funny and witty quotes and invaluable tips.
Amy Squirrell (Belkova)
This is the same “malicious” character with whom a very bad teacher constantly competes. Actors present on the set noted that between Cameron and Lucy Punch, who played Amy, a spark of hatred actually ran through. Maybe that is why they managed to cope with their tasks so realistically. According to the idea of the director, teacher Belkova, undoubtedly, the red-haired woman was supposed to play, moreover, the features inherent in this animal were clearly prescribed in her character. Lucy's character is the exact opposite of Elizabeth. For her, clothes, appearance or behavior do not matter. The main thing is to achieve what you want by all means and not let the competitor win.
Scott Delacort
At the beginning of the year, a new teacher appears in the school, a young and sweet man who becomes the object of desire for Elizabeth and Amy. The role of Scott was handled by Justin Timberlake, who accurately conveyed to the viewer his status, carelessness and, in some cases, even stupidity. Noting that the girls are beginning to compete for his heart, he feels superfluous in this war, as a result, he does not get either one or the other.
Fizruk and a very bad teacher
Actors, not as popular as Diaz and Timberlake, also performed their roles superbly, and one of them is Jason Siegel. He got the role of Russell's physical education teacher, who in the first half of the film remains in the shadows, appearing in the frame only occasionally. Some time later, Elizabeth met with a physical education teacher closer, they even turn into friends. As a result, he manages to break through the protection of the main character, they become an enviable and happy couple. Jason himself calls his hero a real lucky one. He is absolutely not worried about what will happen tomorrow, but simply enjoys life. That is why he becomes the perfect guy for the heroine Cameron, who, although she wants something unreal, but, like everyone else, wants to be loved.
Lynn Davis
This is at first glance a boring elderly teacher, but, as you know, there are devils in a quiet pool. The heroine Phyllis Smith becomes the best friend of a bad teacher. With her, she can share her “dark secrets” and consult, and also through her you can display the necessary information. At some point, Elizabeth even helps her older friend feel young again, thanks to which she finds her happiness.
In general, we can say that the comedy was not just funny, but atypical, a little instructive and incredibly bright. The images of the main characters who play not according to the standard scenario, but as if they tell us a real case from life, are remembered. In the comedy "Very Bad Teacher", the actors performed their roles perfectly, for which they bow low.