Lick the Star

Sofia Coppola's 1998 short film "Lick the Star" is a haunting and thought-provoking drama that explores the complexities of female friendship and social hierarchy in junior high. The 14-minute black-and-white film follows Kate as she returns to school after a week-long absence, only to discover that her clique has devised a sinister plan codenamed "Lick the Star," inspired by Chloe's morbid fascination with Flowers in the Attic. As Kate navigates this treacherous new world, she witnesses the devastating consequences of Chloe's actions and the breakdown of their once-unbreakable bond, all set against the eerie backdrop of adolescence.