See, there’s chick flicks, and then there’s *chick flicks*
I think I’ve discovered a facet of the “chick flick” phenomenon that I hadn’t before. It’s not the theme of the film so much as the quality. The true definition of a “chick flick” is a film of mediocre quality (plot holes, bad dialogue, convenient meetings, etc.) that nevertheless has the redeemable qualities of romance and attractive leads. The same is true for guy flicks/action films where the hero has unlimited ammunition, the bad guy’s henchmen can’t hit the broadside of a barn, and big bad guy himself has no motivation other than being evil. However, if a film is very well made, then people of both genders can like and appreciate it.
I can think of no higher quality film that surpasses the concept of “chick flick” in my experience than Pride and Prejudice. Created for the BBC, the miniseries has developed a justifiable reputation as one of the best adaptations of classic literature in recent memory.
And the fangirls stampede…Let’s see if the Darcy Effect can rival the Slashdot effect. 
