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A woman's schizophrenia affects her relationships with her husband and son.A woman's schizophrenia affects her relationships with her husband and son.A woman's schizophrenia affects her relationships with her husband and son.
- Awards
- 9 wins & 1 nomination
Sophi Bairley
- Dawn
- (as Sophia Bairley)
Antony Del Rio
- Gregg
- (as Anthony Del Rio)
Matthew T. Gitkin
- Boat Salesman
- (as Matt Ginkin)
- Director
- Writer
- All cast & crew
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Did you know
- TriviaThe film was shot in 'Joseph Greco''s hometown. A hurricane nearly shut the Florida production down.
- GoofsWhen Chris is pouring himself a bowl of cereal the front of the cereal box is facing him (at around 13 mins). The next camera angle shows him holding the cereal box with the back of the box facing him (at around 15 mins).
- Quotes
John Marino: You thought of a name for the boat yet?
Chris Marino: How 'bout "pain in the butt."
John Marino: So you want me to name it after you.
- ConnectionsReferenced in Make or Break TV: EZ Streets (2008)
- SoundtracksComing Home
Written By Keith Slettedahl
Performed by The 88
Published by Kerok Music (BMI)
Courtesy of Mootron Records and ENK Records
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A brave little film about the effects of schizophrenia on the entire family
This is a small little film that slipped in under the radar--the sort of film that probably never made it to your local theater and you've probably never heard of it. That's a real shame, as it's a wonderful film about a real and very serious problem--schizophrenia. Despite the seriousness of the problem (affecting about 1% of the public and indirectly affecting many others), very few films seriously deal with it. Well, here there is an amazingly realistic portrayal of a mother decompensating, but the real focus on the film is her family and their relationships with each other. In particular, her elementary-aged son, as he struggles to understand what's happening with Mom as well as eventually coming to terms with the reality that she's probably never going to be "normal" again. It was a brave decision not to give this film a clear or happy ending--as life with this illness rarely is like a movie.
Very insightful, heart-felt and real--this is a film I would like to use when I teach my psychology classes about the illness. If schizophrenia has affected someone you love, then this is a must-see. For others, I still recommend it, as you'll learn a lot and despite the tears, you'll also see some amazing acting and writing.
FYI--Joe Pantoliano not only starred in this film but he produced the film as well. Joseph Greco both wrote and directed it. Great job.
Very insightful, heart-felt and real--this is a film I would like to use when I teach my psychology classes about the illness. If schizophrenia has affected someone you love, then this is a must-see. For others, I still recommend it, as you'll learn a lot and despite the tears, you'll also see some amazing acting and writing.
FYI--Joe Pantoliano not only starred in this film but he produced the film as well. Joseph Greco both wrote and directed it. Great job.
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- Jul 29, 2008
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Box office
- Budget
- $1,500,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $35,630
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $13,100
- Oct 14, 2007
- Gross worldwide
- $41,010
- Runtime1 hour 41 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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