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Winter's Bone
Movie

Winter's Bone(2010)

7.1
tomato94%
R
101Minutes
The Voices
Movie

The Voices(2014)

6.3
tomato74%
R
104Minutes

Jerry, a mentally ill factory worker, struggles to maintain a normal life while battling his schizophrenic delusions. He hears voices from his talking pets; his dog, Bosco, encourages him to commit violent acts, while his cat, Mr. Whiskers, tries to convince him to end his suffering through suicide. Jerry's world becomes even more chaotic when he develops a crush on Fiona, a coworker. As his mental state deteriorates, Jerry's murderous thoughts turn into reality.

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Little Sister
Movie

Little Sister(2016)

6.3
tomato94%
91Minutes

In Little Sister, a young nun named Colleen returns home to her small town to help her mentally-ill mother and reconnect with her estranged family. As she tries to navigate her new role and confront her troubled past, Colleen forms unexpected friendships and explores her own identity. With themes of family, forgiveness, and self-discovery, Little Sister is a heartfelt comedy-drama that explores the complexities of life and the power of human connection.

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KOTOKO
Movie

KOTOKO(2011)

6.8
NR
91Minutes

KOTOKO follows the story of a mentally ill mother named Kotoko who struggles with her sanity and her custody of her young son. As she battles her inner demons, Kotoko's increasingly violent and disturbing behaviors threaten to tear her family apart. The film explores themes of self-harm, mental breakdown, and the challenges faced by single mothers.

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Rocks
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Rocks(2019)

7.4
tomato97%
94Minutes

Rocks is a coming-of-age drama set in London, following the story of a teenage girl who is neglected by her family and must navigate the challenges of homelessness and taking care of her younger brother. She forms a close bond with her school friend and relies on her resilience to overcome the obstacles in her path.

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Permanent Vacation
Movie

Permanent Vacation(1980)

6.1
NR
75Minutes
Fear of Fear
Movie

Fear of Fear(1975)

7.4
88Minutes

Fear of Fear is a 1975 movie set in West Germany, focusing on a thirty-something housewife named Margot who begins to experience intense anxiety and depression. As her fears escalate, she becomes increasingly reliant on valium and alcohol to cope with her emotions. The film explores the impact of her mental health issues on her relationships, particularly her strained marriage and conflict with her in-laws. Margot's struggle with her own mental breakdown and the challenges she faces in seeking treatment highlight the complexities of mental illness. Based on a novel, Fear of Fear delves into themes of fear, unhappiness, and the societal pressures faced by middle-class women in urban settings during the 1970s.

Fingers
Movie

Fingers(1978)

6.7
tomato85%
R
90Minutes

Fingers is a 1978 neo-noir drama film about a pianist named Jimmy who is caught up in the world of crime and vengeance. The film follows Jimmy as he navigates his complicated relationships with his mentally-ill mother, a loan shark, and a gangster. With themes of identity crisis and spirituality, Fingers explores the dark side of New York City in the 1970s.

Mary Jane Harper Cried Last Night
Movie

Mary Jane Harper Cried Last Night(1977)

7.1
94Minutes

A disturbed young mother with some serious psychological problems begins to take them out on her toddler daughter.

Sweet Dreams
Movie

Sweet Dreams(2001)

7.1
110Minutes

Egon Vittori (Janko Mandic) is thirteen years old and does not have a record player. It is the beginning of the seventies and Yugoslavia seems to be the land of prosperity. Goods are being imported from the West, and these include American music, films and fashion. Everybody but Egon owns a record player. Finding his path among his family members, hippie owners of music records, schoolmates, teachers, communists and dissidents. Egon gets his record player in the end. And grows up somewhere along the way. Written by (Slovenian film fund)

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