The Story: Daisy, a shy, intelligent Jewish nonconformist, chafes at the rigid norms and snobbish attitudes that prevail in her elite, predominantly Gentile Manhattan boarding school. She takes refuge at the nearby house of her strong-willed grandmother, whose mentoring helps Daisy face the challenge of being herself - even after the most sought-after boy in school wants Daisy to change for him.  
"I learned a lot from watching (Claire Danes) work. She is a very intense person, very in touch with her emotions. She radiates something wonderful. She is an engaging person. I was in awe of her. She was warm and friendly. I was only on set for a few days." "(I was) cast because I have the Aryan look."
This is Julia's first film. Director Billy Hopkins is better known as a casting director having cast over 130 movies, including two of Julia's latest, The Prince And The Freshman and Carolina. His first, Desperately Seeking Susan, is one of Julia's favourite movies.
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