Question 1

What high school friendship drama drives the plot of The Edge of Seventeen?

Accepted Answer

Two high school girls are best friends until one dates the other's older brother, who is totally his sister's nemesis.

Question 2

Which festivals recognized The Edge of Seventeen?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2016 and 2018, and the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema in 2017.

Question 3

How did Woody Harrelson contribute to his character Mr. Bruner's dialogue?

Accepted Answer

Woody Harrelson improvised many of Mr. Bruner's quips and jokes, to the delight of writer and director Kelly Fremon Craig.

Question 4

What was the original title of The Edge of Seventeen and how did it differ from the final film?

Accepted Answer

The original script was titled 'Besties' and centered more on comedy and Nadine's friendship with Krista, lacking Mr. Bruner, Nadine's father's death, and with different character details like Erwin as a flutist.

Question 5

What significant advice did James L. Brooks give writer/director Kelly Fremon Craig about the script?

Accepted Answer

James L. Brooks told her, 'The most important thing you have to figure out is what you want to say about life in this story,' which helped her refocus the plot and add dramatic elements.

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