Trivia

The real Savannah Knoop served as a consultant on the film.

The film adaptation of JT LeRoy's novel is actually The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things (2004). The character of Eva, played by Diane Kruger in the film, is based upon actress Asia Argento.

Helena Bonham Carter was originally cast to play the role of Laura Albert.

Filming primarily took place in Winnipeg, but also at the 2017 Cannes International Film Festival.

James Franco was originally cast to play Geoffrey Knoop.