1 Elle The world of 2001's Legally Blonde gets the prequel treatment in this bright, nostalgic coming-of-age drama, following a teenage Elle Woods (played by Lexi Mintree), long before she became the most iconic law student in pop culture. Produced by Reese Witherspoon, we can expect enviable '90s style, plenty of nostalgic charm and an inspiring heroine in this feel-good coming-of-age drama.