Grade: B+
Loosely based on “The Scarlet Letter,” “Easy A” stars Emma Stone as high school nobody, Olive, who relies on the rumor mill to liven her reputation. Narrating her side of the story through a video blog — an interesting and dynamic element of the movie — Olive seeks to restore her good name. Stone’s brilliantly quick-humored delivery and go-all-out attitude make Olive an instantly likable and identifiable character. With vividly awkward scenes and bantering dialogue, the movie churns out many laughs. However, a few scenes lack clarity and with the exception of Olive, the supporting characters desperately need further development.