Based on a true story, however the events are dramatized for entertainment.
The producers were unhappy about the short scripts they received so they decided to write their own.
Some of the most comical scenes were not in the script.
The producers cast Gabriella because during the audition she would laugh every time she said, "Mommy...I can't poop." She also looked like Melanie Foche when she was little.
Michelle Coillette beat forty-five actresses competing for the role of Dr. Patten because was she was naturally authoritative with Melanie Foche during the audition. They became good friends. Edward Tillman was cast because he walked in like a pimp, singing to the producers.