Girl on the Edge (2015) User Reviews

Good drama about overcoming emotional trauma

[roseymay1-13-177296 · 7/10 · 4 March 2017]

I don't know why other reviews on this movie were negative. I liked it, it was touching. It's about a teenage girl overcoming emotional trauma and about how a family can drift apart and then be healed. When kids act out, there's almost always a reason. Sometimes terrible things can happen to you but it's never too late to calm down, (put away your phone) and find your inner calm and peace.

Pleasantly surprised!

[beelliss88 · 7/10 · 18 August 2016]

OK look, we are all different. I like this, you like that, that sucked, this sucked, blah, blah, blah!! As the movie started you get the sense that you have seen this formula a hundred times! And yes you have, however, these formula films sometimes work! I would consider this a heart felt film and combined with "chick flicks" I would say about 3 percent of them take up my time! But for me it worked. Rarely does a soundtrack alter my opinion of a movie, because I am a metal head, but this one made it for me! And being biased, because I am a horse fan, this also helped, however, none the less though I enjoyed it! The most surprising thing was that the main character was based on a real person. Wait till the end credits!! The horses were trained by using the Liberty horsemanship technique!

Don't let the rating fool you, it was great to be honest

[DrDumb · 6/10 · 13 February 2024]

The rating was so bad, but the movie was not bad to be honest. A young teenage girl had to unwellingly turn herself into a rehab after someone she had an intimate contact with posted her unmentionable pics online. The rehab was located in somewhere where people got to embrace what the best Mother Nature had: animals and greens. It was a residential wildness treatment where people could get a close encounter with animals and nature. This could be the best treatment for those people who have been hurt so badly by someone or sth in their lifetimes. Wildness program is much more effective than any shrinks or pills because I have been there: all the troubles, all the unhappiness are left behind, while indulging myself in the beauty of Mother Nature. It was a good treatment for Hannah. But the movie lacked some scenes that it could tell us how hurt Hannah was, how difficult it was for Hannah to live in the farm and how difficult it was for her to recover. Without those scenes, it made her story less appealing so it was hard for me to feel for her.

Don't bother

[stevecarton8 · 1/10 · 18 July 2016]

I watch a lot of movies. I write very few reviews.

I have a rule not to watch anything below 5.5 rating on IMDb and make few exceptions.

Anything above a 7, and I get excited. The rating for this excuse for entertainment was 7.4 at time of writing. I've watched a lot of movies. This is not a 7.4, hence I'm writing this review to inform you that it's one of about 20 movies I've stopped without watching, and the only one rated on IMDb so highly.

C-grade cinema at it's finest. Wasted 20 minutes on a movie that should almost certainly be below my 5.5 cut off line.

Good intention and heart, zero follow through

[solitudeape · 1/10 · 7 June 2017]

This film stumbles at every juncture and in every single way. I watched it at an event to promote it and organizations that support the issues that this film portrays. The director, Jay Silverman, was present as well as the inspiration for the Peter Coyote character, a career therapist who runs some outdoor rehabilitation organizations. The topic is important and timely. Sadly, this film is dreadful from minute one. The story line is told in a manner as if the writers don't know the topic - though the director fashioned the movie around his daughter's experiences, so you'd assume some knowledge. The acting was horrendous with the exception of most of the scenes with the leading lady. The dialogue was a disjointed series of soundbites from PSAs it appears. The photography was dreadful. Finally, many of the events and outbursts by the characters were unmotivated and thus nearly every scene felt two-dimensional. Afterwards, the director, the therapist, and a local teen counselor spoke in a panel and felt the ignorance by Jay Silverman shown in all its glory. If you make a theme film, it is wise to actually understand the topic. I am pleased that your daughter didn't kill herself and she is now mentally well, but your film was a waste of my two hours.

This is a must watch for all young girls and mothers!

[velezsusan · 10/10 · 4 August 2017]

I watched this movie several times and every time I catch something new. It takes courage for a father and his daughter to share their story in order to help others women that are suffering from sexual assault PDT. I believe this movie has the ability to show other young women that suffered sexual abuse or sexual assault that they are not alone and there is hope to get past the pain.

A very inspirational and heartfelt movie!

Excellent journey of healing through equine therapy

[cellopatch · 10/10 · 11 August 2017]

I found this film not only touching but educational.  Sharing a true story about bullying and abuse is very topical,  these film makers successfully take your on a journey that includes both the family and the young teens journey through treatment.  It was truly inspiring to see how equine therapy helped the victim recover with self esteem and  self confidence and begin anew.  I think every family should sit with their teens and share this film as it's a gold ticket on what lessons are available to be shared.

Well worth watching

[grant-78201 · 10/10 · 10 August 2017]

A real feel good movie. But first seeing the challenges of raising a teenage daughter in todays society. The difficulty that arise from the internet. Searching for the best way to help a child that does not want to be helped. The acting is great and I think anyone who sees this movie will enjoy it.

Inspiring story

[Haratidesign · 10/10 · 11 August 2017]

As a father of three I found this film not only touching but educational. It deals with the important issues of dangerous online activities for teens and their aftermath. Not only shows the family's struggle but also the journey of healing using equine therapy. I highly recommend this for any family going through similar challenges. Beautifully shot with a wonderful cast. A truly inspiring story.

Well done film on an important subject

[karenflikeid · 9/10 · 16 August 2017]

Girl On the Edge addresses with authenticity and respect an issue that many have either faced or know someone who has. The pressures that teens have on them today combined with the dangers of social media can easily lead good kids down the wrong path. The psychological effects can be paralyzing unless they are dealt with by professionals.

Girl on the Edge does a fantastic job of portraying how both parents and teens are affected when traumatic events happen to a family member. These are real situations that happen to real people. I recommend anyone with teenage or preteen kids to view this film as it does a great job of normalizing the very common yet taboo subject of mental health.

A truly heartfelt film

[pjfuccillo · 10/10 · 30 August 2017]

GIRL ON THE EDGE is a truly heartfelt film. The story is engaging and the direction exemplifies true compassion for the characters. A balanced mix of raw, intense, emotional scenes contrasted with loving, beautiful moments and visuals. A strong cast that includes veterans such as Peter Coyote and Elizabeth Peña help carry the film while allowing Taylor Spreitler to shine.