10 Things I Hate About You Filmed

The climax of the film is the "10 Things" poem scene. It was shot in a single day at a stadium. Julia Stiles later revealed that she was incredibly nervous about the scene, worried she wouldn't be able to cry on cue.

This was the role that changed everything. The production had seen many actors for Patrick Verona, the mysterious "bad boy," but no one had the right mix of danger and heart. Then a young Australian actor with zero American film credits walked in. Heath Ledger charmed the room instantly. He had a swagger that felt authentic, not performed. During his audition, he improvised a moment where he flicked a cigarette, exuding a natural rock-star quality. The directors knew immediately: they had found their leading man. 10 things i hate about you filmed