Family Films Exploring Innocence and Virginity

Description: While primarily a comedy about high school life, "Clueless" subtly touches on themes of innocence and the complexities of teenage relationships, making it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: The film was loosely based on Jane Austen's "Emma." Alicia Silverstone's character, Cher, was originally supposed to be a blonde.

Description: This film, inspired by Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," explores the dynamics of high school romance, with a subplot involving the anticipation of first love and the innocence of youth.

Fact: The poem Kat reads at the end was written by Julia Stiles, who played Kat. The film's title is a reference to a line from the poem.

Description: A high school jock makes a bet that he can turn an ordinary girl into the prom queen, exploring themes of transformation and the value of inner beauty over physical appearance.

Fact: The film was inspired by the play "Pygmalion" and the film "My Fair Lady." Freddie Prinze Jr. and Rachael Leigh Cook had great chemistry, leading to their off-screen relationship.

Description: This charming tale follows Mia Thermopolis, who discovers she's the princess of a small European country. While not explicitly about virginity, it captures the essence of innocence and the journey of self-discovery, making it a perfect fit for this theme.

Fact: Anne Hathaway was cast after director Garry Marshall saw her in an audition for another film. The film was shot in San Francisco, which doubled for the fictional Genovia.

Description: Lizzie's trip to Italy and her mistaken identity as a pop star highlight themes of innocence, self-discovery, and the excitement of first love.

Fact: The film was shot in Rome, Italy, and was Hilary Duff's first feature film as Lizzie McGuire. The song "What Dreams Are Made Of" became a hit.

Description: This body-swap comedy between a mother and daughter explores themes of understanding, innocence, and the challenges of growing up, making it a fun family watch.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1976 film of the same name. Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis had to learn each other's mannerisms for their roles.

Description: Continuing Mia's journey, this sequel focuses on her preparation for marriage, highlighting themes of innocence, duty, and the anticipation of love.

Fact: The film was shot in Los Angeles, with some scenes filmed in San Francisco. Chris Pine made his film debut as Nicholas Devereaux.

Description: Though known for its sharp humor, "Mean Girls" also delves into the innocence of high school life, the pressures of fitting in, and the journey towards self-acceptance.

Fact: Tina Fey wrote the screenplay based on the book "Queen Bees and Wannabes." Lindsay Lohan was originally considered for the role of Regina George.

Description: This story of friendship among four teenage girls includes themes of personal growth, first love, and the innocence of youth, making it an excellent choice for this theme.

Fact: The film was based on a popular young adult novel by Ann Brashares. The pants used in the film were custom-made by a designer.

Description: This modern retelling of Cinderella focuses on Sam, a high school student, who hides her identity from her online crush. The theme of innocence and the anticipation of first love are central to the story.

Fact: The film was Hilary Duff's first lead role in a feature film. The diner where Sam works was a set built specifically for the movie.