11 surprising things you probably didn't know about 'Clueless'

Kirstie RenaeJul 18, 2020, 01:24 IST

Alicia Silverstone starred as Cher in "Clueless."Paramount Pictures

"Clueless" (1995) is a cult-classic film that is known for its iconic 1990s fashions and memorable lines.
The film's director had her eye on Alicia Silverstone for the role of Cher thanks to Silverstone's performance in an Aerosmith music video.
Silverstone got to keep Cher's wardrobe after the film wrapped.
In the film, Paul Rudd paid homage to his alma mater by wearing his own baseball hat.

Amy Heckerling's 1995 film "Clueless" premiered 25 years ago.

The film starred Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz, a Beverly Hills high-school student who lives a life filled with money, fashion, and romantic troubles.

Today, the cult classic is known for its iconic 1990s style, slang, and pop-culture references.

Here are 11 surprising things you might not know about "Clueless."

Silverstone's performance in an Aerosmith music video helped her land the role of Cher.

Alicia Silverstone in "Clueless." Paramount Pictures

The "This is an Alaïa!" mugging scene was based on a true story.

Amy Heckerling first heard the story at a dinner party. Paramount Pictures

Cher's speech wasn't supposed to include the mispronunciation of "Haitians" — that was all Silverstone.

Alicia Silverstone accidentally mispronounced the word in real life. Paramount Pictures

According to Heckerling, a major networked passed on the film, partly because of the romance between Cher and her stepbrother.

Amy Heckerling had a hard time getting "Clueless" made. Paramount Pictures

Heckerling was the inspiration for Tai's "way harsh" insult.

Brittany Murphy played Tai in "Clueless." Paramount Pictures

Heckerling also used her own fear of driving as inspiration for Dionne's freeway scare.

Alicia Silverstone and Stacey Dash in "Clueless." Paramount Pictures

Silverstone got to keep all of her outfits from the film — but she apparently gave most of them away.

Alicia Silverstone got to keep the iconic, yellow plaid outfit. Paramount Pictures

Some of the wardrobe items in the movie are from thrift stores.

Cher's iconic wardrobe organizer from "Clueless." Paramount Pictures

Paul Rudd gave a nod to his alma mater in the film.

Paul Rudd in "Clueless." Paramount Pictures

According to Heckerling, the slang from the film came from a variety of people.

There is a lot of iconic slang in the film. Paramount

Heckerling observed students at Beverly Hills High School to get inspiration for her characters.

Alicia Silverstone as Cher in "Clueless." Paramount Pictures

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