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Taking the Edge Off

Synopsis

When two idiotic friends are plagued by the constant reporting on the COVID-19 pandemic, one will go to questionable lengths to avoid it and help his friend find some ounce of fun, only to have their worlds turned upside down by the acid trip of a lifetime.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Digital Streaming Debut

April 24, 2023

VOD & Digital Platforms

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$1K

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Carah Chafin
Screenplay & Story
Nathaniel Holzer
Original Title
Taking the Edge Off
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
9m
Production Budget
$1K
Production Studios
Point Park Cinema Arts

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Carah Chafin

Screenplay & Story

Nathaniel Holzer

Director of Photography

Lauren Keller

Film Editing

Pat Weber

Producers

Marc Cardillo

Department Leadership Roster

Carah Chafin

Director

Nathaniel Holzer

Writer

Marc Cardillo

Producer

Pat Weber

Editor

Blake Mercer

Production Design

Lauren Keller

Lauren Keller

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Taking the Edge Off.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Taking the Edge Off

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Taking the Edge Off about?

When two idiotic friends are plagued by the constant reporting on the COVID-19 pandemic, one will go to questionable lengths to avoid it and help his friend find some ounce of fun, only to have their worlds turned upside down by the acid trip of a lifetime.

Who directed Taking the Edge Off?

Taking the Edge Off was directed by Carah Chafin.

Who stars in Taking the Edge Off?

The principal cast of Taking the Edge Off includes Connor McNelis, Jeremy Beveridge, Hattie Baier.

When was Taking the Edge Off released and how long is it?

Taking the Edge Off was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 9m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Taking the Edge Off?

Taking the Edge Off holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).