Assassination of a High School President (2008)

Introduction
"Assassination of a High School President" is an American teenage detective drama directed by Brett Simon and launched in 2008. The film is a neo-Noir, mystery thriller set in a private Catholic high school. The story unfolds around trainee Bobby Funke, as he unravels a mystery concerning the taken SAT exams.

Plot Overview
The film opens with Bobby Funke (Reece Daniel Thompson), a sophomore journalism trainee at a Catholic high school who is entrusted with composing a short article about the school's trainee council president, Paul Moore (Patrick Taylor). While Bobby is undesirable and often overlooked, Paul is a charming and admired figure. When the SATs are stolen from the principal's office, Paul, remarkably, becomes the prime suspect.

Paul's sweetheart, Francesca (Mischa Barton), does not think he is guilty and convinces Bobby to investigate even more. The principal, Kirkpatrick (Bruce Willis), a disrupted war veteran, suspends Paul and Bobby assumes the presidency.

Discovery and Consequence
As Bobby further examines, he comes across incriminating proof versus Paul. However his ongoing questioning triggers a chain reaction revealing that Francesca manipulated him into framing Paul to get him off the Student council. Francesca, who's been managing the occasions from behind the scenes, is exposed to be the real mastermind behind the theft. In reality, she plotted whatever as revenge for Paul unfaithful on her with another student.

Resolution
When Bobby uncovers the whole plot, he courageously publishes a 2nd short article revealing the reality about Francesca, the taken SATs, and his participation in the framing of Paul. The acceptance of Bobby ´ s previously false report and his subsequent genuine report by his peers represents a shift in his status in the school community from an outcast to a reputable figure.

Performances and Styles
The performances of the cast members, including Reece Daniel Thompson, Mischa Barton, and Bruce Willis, were well-executed and commendable. The movie effectively records the essence of classic film-noir detective stories, blending it with teenage high school drama. Furthermore, the film exhibits a distinct style with its dark comedy and sophisticated narrative.

Conclusion
"Assassination of a High School President", is a pleasurable and interesting neo-noir secret embeded in a high school environment. The film, though gotten with mixed evaluations, is commemorated for its special plot and engaging storytelling style. It offers a distinctive take on the normal high school narratives, providing a depth to its teenage characters while dealing with styles of deceit, control and the pursuit of fact. The story is an intriguing blend of teen drama and investigator secret, contributing a fresh addition to the category of high school movies.

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