Girlfriend (2010 film)
Girlfriend is a 2010 American drama film written and directed by Justin Lerner. The film stars Evan Sneider, Shannon Woodward, Amanda Plummer, and Jackson Rathbone. It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on July 10, 2010.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The film follows Evan, a young man with Down syndrome, who lives with his mother in a small town. After his mother passes away, Evan inherits a large sum of money. He decides to use this money to pursue a romantic relationship with his high school crush, Candy, a single mother struggling to make ends meet. The film explores themes of love, independence, and the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Evan Sneider as Evan
- Shannon Woodward as Candy
- Amanda Plummer as Celeste
- Jackson Rathbone as Russ
Production[edit | edit source]
The film was produced by Jerad Anderson, Kristina Lauren Anderson, and Justin Lerner. The music was composed by Aaron Drake, and the cinematography was handled by Quyen Tran. Michael Taylor was responsible for editing the film.
Release[edit | edit source]
Girlfriend premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on July 10, 2010. It was later distributed by Elephant Eye Films.
Reception[edit | edit source]
The film received positive reviews for its portrayal of a protagonist with Down syndrome and the performances of the cast, particularly Evan Sneider and Shannon Woodward.
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of films featuring the Down syndrome community
- Toronto International Film Festival
- Independent film
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