thirteen is a 2003 movie written by Catherine Hardwicke and Nikki Reed . It was directed by Catherine Hardwicke. It stars Evan Rachel Wood, Holly Hunter and Nikki Reed.

Nikki Reed was 15 years old when she co-wrote the film with director Hardwicke. It is a semi-autobiographical film based on her experiences as a thirteen-year-old. The script was written in six days.

Evan Rachel Wood plays a 13-year-old girl who lets her friendship with a wild girl (Reed herself) lead her into sex, drugs and self-destruction.

Holly Hunter, as Wood's mother, was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.

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