The film was heavily inspired by the story of 16-year-old (also known as Corey Delaney) from Melbourne, Australia. Project X (revised review with spoilers) - Smith's Verdict
: The night descends into a series of increasingly absurd and destructive events: a Mercedes is driven into a swimming pool, a garden gnome stuffed with ecstasy is stolen from a drug dealer, and eventually, the disgruntled dealer returns with a flamethrower to torch the neighborhood. Project X
The film follows three high school seniors—, Costa , and J.B. —who are desperate to escape their "unpopular" status. The film was heavily inspired by the story
: Costa advertises the party on radio stations, Craigslist, and social media. What Thomas intended to be a small gathering of friends explodes into a massive event with thousands of uninvited guests. —who are desperate to escape their "unpopular" status