![]() This film came out in the early 1990's and was one of those Sunday Night movies aimed at letting teenagers know the ills that will befall them if they're not careful. In fact, when her mother confronts her about the abuse, Stacy says "That's your story, not mine." That Stacy's mother backs off at this point is a disgrace and this film strives to point out that in any situation no one should let abuse slide. Stacy assumes the maternal role, in fact, berating her mother for allowing her boyfriend to treat her badly though she's willing to overlook Bobby's abusive nature. Her mother is too absorbed in her own dating situation to understand and acknowledge what's going on with Stacy. This relationship closely mirrors the one in which Stacy's mother is involved. "Everything's fine" becomes her mantra even though those closest to her can plainly see that it's not the case. Even when he starts hitting her, she defends him to her friends telling them that you stick by the people you love. Stacy initially thinks it's cute that Bobby is so protective until it gets to the point where he becomes overbearing and irrational. Their relationship starts off normal enough with Bobby wooing Stacy with flowers and love poems, but he gets progressively more possessive and jealous. ![]() ![]() When these two get together, Stacy finally knows what it feels like to be a part of the in-crowd and is so grateful she's willing to look past Bobby's numerous faults. ![]() Savage is Bobby Tennyson, high school wrestler and all-around popular guy. Cameron plays Stacy Collins, a normal high school girl full of insecurities who happens to land the class hunk. "Candace Cameron and Fred Savage shake off the goody-goody images associated with the roles that brought them teen stardom on Full House and The Wonder Years. ![]()
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