Things of note (spoilers)

Just recently rented this movie after having seen most of it on TV. This movie is just phenomenal. With that said, however, I have a few points I would like to share.

1) Are there really blantantly obnoxious teachers similar to whats his face in Australia? Or, perhaps a better question, was this a city school? I have been to a city school and such teachers exist, but than again they have to deal with students of similar type. Even if Steven hasn't shared his problem with the faculty, the teachers first reaction should not have been to verbally bash him. Sometimes it can be a symptom of emotional/psychological abuse. So instead of verbally bashing it should have set off red flags.

2) As an individual, who upon initial viewing missed the fact that somebody would commit suicide in the end, I would recommend that if you have a friend watch this movie skip the beginning. In my opinion, it made for a much stronger, more emotionally driven experience when I was confronted with the suicide.

3) How is there not a bonus feature talking to the actress who played Kelly? I know the whole point of the movie was to ignore her, but it should not carry over into the extras. While I am on the subject, how is this actress not being hired for more emotionally engaged roles? I realize you didn't see her for most of the film, but she left an impression in the end.