Idlewild

In "Idlewild," two adults reflect on their deep teenage friendship set against the backdrop of a unique Quaker high school in Manhattan, where conventional rules are replaced by creativity and introspection. The story begins with the tragic events of 9/11, marking the start of an intense, 18-month bond between Fay, a prickly and aloof individual fixated on gay culture, and Nell, who is shy and deeply enamored with Fay. As they navigate their complex relationship and the intrigue of their school's theater scene, their journey reveals a tapestry of shared experiences, mistakes, and eventual estrangement, all framed by the early days of the Internet.