"The Scarapist" is based on a true story of therapist abuse that took place in Los Angeles.
The score heard in the car when Sweenie is driving with Lana is inspired by "The Streets of Laredo," also known as "The Cowboy's Lament," where a dying man tells his tale of regret.
The world premiere was held on October 15, 2015, in Los Angeles, California, as part of the LA Femme International Film Festival.
Winner of the 2016 'VDKUF Award - Verein Deutscher Kritiker Und Filmemacher' for Best Picture at the Berlinale European Film Market.
A segment of the score is on permanent exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum.