10 Things I Hate About You is a 1999 romantic comedy loosely inspired by Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. It follows high schooler Kat Stratford, a smart and independent girl with a strong personality, and her younger sister Bianca, who’s more popular and outgoing. When their strict father sets a rule that Bianca can’t date until Kat does, a scheme unfolds to find someone to date Kat. Amid the chaos, unexpected romance and personal growth happen, blending humor and heartfelt moments about love and family.