The Edge of Seventeen
Always the outsider, Nadine (Hailee Seinfeld) is experiencing the uncomfortable years of her youth as many have, in the most awkward and painful ways possible. Dogged by her brother Darian (Blake Jenner), supported by best friend Krista (Haley Lu Richardson), and mentored by history teacher Mr. Bruner (Woody Harrelson) Nadine’s future is uncertain, navigating boys, parents, school and life, learning to adult is just the beginning, will she make it out of this alive?
Written and Directed by Kelly Fremon Craig this intensely piquant dramatic comedy explodes like firecrackers in an unsuspecting classroom, sharp, fast, and brilliantly disrupting to create a modern day 16 Candles; John Hughes would be smiling. Cast perfectly, the entire ensemble shines, but the dynamics between Harrelson and Steinfeld send the film into comedic overdrive. This sweet Schadenfreude down memory lane will easily leave audiences fondly remembering their own grievances of a misspent youth. Hilarity ensues! The Edge of Seventeen is rated R.