Sorority Row Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A group of sorority sisters accidentally kill their friend during a prank, cover it up, and then get stalked by someone who’s really good at modifying tire irons.

🍿 Sorority Row: Detailed Plot Synopsis

The Prank Gone Wrong

A group of sorority sisters, including Megan, Cassidy, Jessica, Ellie, Claire, and Chugs, plan a prank on Megan’s cheating boyfriend, Garrett. The prank involves faking Megan’s death by having her pretend to overdose. The situation escalates when Garrett, believing Megan is dead, stabs her with a tire iron during an attempt to prevent her body from floating when dumped in a lake.

The Cover-Up

Panicked, the sisters decide to cover up the murder instead of reporting it to the authorities. Led by the assertive Jessica, they dump Megan’s body and the tire iron down an abandoned mine shaft, vowing to keep the secret forever. This decision strains their relationships and creates a heavy burden of guilt, particularly for Cassidy.

Eight Months Later

On graduation night, the sisters receive disturbing messages and a picture of the murder weapon, indicating someone knows their secret. A hooded figure begins stalking and killing them one by one. As the body count rises, the remaining sisters try to uncover the killer’s identity and protect themselves from becoming the next victims.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Cassidy (Briana Evigan): As the moral center of the group, Cassidy grapples with the guilt of covering up Megan’s death, ultimately becoming the final girl who must confront the killer.
• Jessica (Leah Pipes): The manipulative and self-centered leader of the sorority, Jessica prioritizes her future over everything else, driving the cover-up and facing deadly consequences.
• Ellie (Rumer Willis): The nerdy and insecure sorority sister, Ellie struggles with the weight of the secret and transforms into a survivor by the film’s end.
• Megan (Audrina Patridge): The victim of a prank gone wrong, Megan’s accidental death sets off a chain of events that leads to a series of brutal murders.
• Andy (Julian Morris): Cassidy’s seemingly supportive boyfriend, Andy is secretly the killer, seeking to eliminate anyone who knows about the cover-up to secure a perfect future with her.
• Mrs. Crenshaw (Carrie Fisher): The tough housemother of Theta Pi, Mrs. Crenshaw fiercely protects her girls, ultimately sacrificing herself in an attempt to stop the killer.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Jessica: “God, she looks terrible!” – Jessica’s callous reaction upon finding Megan’s ‘dead’ body encapsulates her character’s self-centeredness.
• Mrs. Crenshaw: “Please don’t think I’m afraid of you. I run a house with 50 crazy bitches!” – Mrs. Crenshaw’s defiant statement to the killer highlights her protective nature and provides a moment of dark humor.
• Cassidy: “We have to go to the police.” – Cassidy is urging her friends to do the right thing after the prank goes wrong.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $12.5M
• Domestic Gross: $11.9M
• Worldwide Gross: $27.2M

💥 Sorority Row Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so *Sorority Row* isn’t going to win any Oscars, but I have to admit, I was entertained! It’s a total guilty pleasure. The kills are pretty creative, and it’s fun trying to guess who the killer is (even if it’s not that hard). I loved Carrie Fisher as the house mother; she’s hilarious! Definitely a fun movie to watch with friends when you just want something silly and gory.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of teen slasher movies.”
  • “Viewers who enjoy films with sorority settings.”
  • “Those seeking a moderately gory horror experience.”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Graphic violence and gore.”
  • “Strong language.”
  • “Sexual content and nudity.”
  • “Drug use.”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “While *Sorority Row* delivers the expected slasher thrills, it lacks originality and scares, making it a forgettable entry in the genre. Expect gore, but don’t expect to be genuinely frightened.
• IGN: “*Sorority Row* is a perfectly acceptable slasher flick, but it doesn’t do anything particularly new or exciting. The kills are inventive enough, and the cast is attractive, but the plot is predictable and the scares are few and far between.
• Common Sense Media: “This slasher flick is gory, but also misogynistic. It’s hard to care when these selfish, mostly shallow characters get what’s coming to them. Some wit, a couple of jump scares, a little gore, but ultimately forgettable. Not for teens or those who value smart plotting.

Audience Reactions

The movie has some unexpectedly funny moments amidst all the gore.: Most viewers agree that the movie is a fun, albeit mindless, slasher flick.

Carrie Fisher’s performance is a highlight, even in her limited screentime.: Viewers praise Carrie Fisher and her performance

Overall Consensus: A fun, if predictable, slasher flick with some entertaining kills and a few funny moments. Don’t expect anything groundbreaking, but if you’re in the mood for a guilty pleasure, this might be it.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The bird-shaped cane that Cassidy grabs as a weapon is a direct homage to the original ‘The House on Sorority Row’ (1982), mirroring the one carried by Mrs. Slater.”
• “Originally, the film was set to be PG-13, but the producers opted for an R rating to include more intense gore and violence.”
• “Several cast members, including Audrina Patridge, were known for their roles in reality TV shows, adding a layer of meta-commentary on celebrity culture.”

🖥️ How to Watch Sorority Row?

Sorority Row (2009) is available for streaming rental or purchase on platforms such as Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check local listings for broadcast availability. DVD and Blu-ray copies are also widely available from online retailers like Amazon and in physical stores that sell movies.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Sorority Row, you might like these similar films:

• I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997): Features a group of friends covering up an accidental death and being stalked by a vengeful killer.
• Urban Legend (1998): Showcases a college campus terrorized by a killer using urban legends as inspiration.
• Scream (1996): A self-aware slasher film that revitalized the genre with meta-commentary and suspenseful scares.
• Black Christmas (1974): A classic sorority-based slasher movie, predating ‘Sorority Row’ but with similar themes of terror within a sorority house.

🛒 Sorority Row Related Products

• Sorority Row [Blu-ray]: Relive the over-the-top kills and suspense in high definition. This Blu-ray edition delivers enhanced picture and sound, making those jump scares even more effective. The uncut version includes gory scenes not shown in theaters.
• Sorority Row: The Game: In a thrilling and interactive horror game, step into the shoes of the sorority sisters as you try to survive a night of terror. Solve puzzles, make life-or-death decisions, and unmask the killer. With multiple endings, your choices decide who lives and who dies!
• Sorority Row Movie Poster: Own a piece of the movie with this high-quality poster featuring the iconic image of the sorority sisters. Perfect for decorating a dorm room or home theater.
• Theta Pi Sorority Row T-Shirt: Show your allegiance (to the fictional sorority!) with this t-shirt featuring the Theta Pi logo from the movie. Available in various sizes and colors.

🎧 Soundtrack

Sorority Row features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Tear Me Up” – performed by Stefy Rae
• “Hot N Cold” – performed by Katy Perry
• “Who’s That Chick?” – performed by David Guetta ft. Rihanna

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Matthew Lanter talks 90210 and Sorority Row

Ever wonder what it’s like to balance teen drama and horror? Matthew Lanter gives a quick peek behind the scenes of ‘Sorority Row’ and his other projects. It’s cool to hear him talk about juggling different genres!

Margo Harshman Interview – Sorority Row

Want to know more about the scares and the sisterhood in ‘Sorority Row’? Margo Harshman dishes on the horror genre and the cast dynamics. I love how she breaks down her character’s motivations!

Rumer WIllis and Jamie Chung interview for Sorority Row

Curious about the on-set vibe of ‘Sorority Row’? Rumer Willis and Jamie Chung share their experiences and perspectives. Their chemistry is infectious, and it’s fun to see them interact!

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