Review of The Edge of Seventeen (2016) by Heather M — 10 Apr 2017

A coming of age flick that was funny and sad... hailee steinfield rocks.

This review of The Edge of Seventeen (2016) was written by Heather M on 10 Apr 2017.

The Edge of Seventeen has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Sarah E (413) on 30 Apr 2018

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By Chris G (1,743) on 13 Mar 2018

Pretty good, maybe I'm being unfair with the rating. I guess it's because I didn't walk out of the theater loving it. Maaybe a 3…

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By Jesse O (1,397) on 11 Jun 2018

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