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Manic (2001) Reviews

Manic (2001)
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This first feature for filmmaker Jordan Melamed uses the verite style of the Dogme 95 movement for a hard-hitting drama centering on a group of troubled teens. Taking place entirely in a psychiatric ward, the film opens with Lyle (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), who has chosen to accept calm in the wake of being treated for wounds due to a violent outburst from a fight that left another young man in horrible shape. Learning that he won't be taken home by his mother, he is transferred instead to a juvenile lockdown facility and deemed a menace to society. After being sedated during an episode, he wakes up to a room shared by Kenny (Cody Lightning), a 12-year old child molester. Lyle is put off by his new surroundings and refuses to befriend the other inmates or cooperate with the patient, weary Dr. Monroe (Don Cheadle). But Lyle soon begins to adapt to his new life, meeting Chad (Michael Bacall), a bipolar case with an impending release who lures Lyle into a plan for an escape. Lyle also finds solace in Tracy (Zooey Deschanel), a young girl plagued with nightmares and self-mutilation, who finds herself drawn to him as well. Manic also features Elden Henson, Sara Rivas, and Blayne Weaver in supporting roles. ~ Jason Clark, Rovi

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Starring:
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Michael Bacall, (more)
Director(s):
Jordan Melamed
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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(14 member reviews)  

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Jamie W.

Its one I guess you either love or hate. I thought it was awesome. Great performances as well.

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Shana P.

All of the actors in this film did an excellent job portraying troubled kids. The character development was excellent as well. If you want to watch something different, maybe something you couldn't exactly relate directly to, rent this. And Don Cheadle is AWESOME as always!!

Yes   |   No


Mark L.

This movie is a good film. The rest of the reviews on here do no justice to the film. Its probably because they dont appreciate the raw style of the filming. The acting in the film is great, which tends to occur in independent films. I think the people who dont like this film are more use to mainstream hollywood crap

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Walter G.

Cant say i liked it much because movie is very uninteresting during the first 45 min's which just made me uninterested

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Antonia C.

Movie was entertaining and well acted. Ending was somewhat abrupt. Worth watching.

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Versil M.

Too complex and hard to follow, it wouldn't be film I would recommend

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John V.

There's some good scenes but overall there is very little character development. The digital filming style was very annoying. I think if the dialogue and plot had been good, this type of filming may have worked. Joesph was okay but Cheadle stole the show here.

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ADAM WILLIAM T.

I had a really difficult time staying with this movie. It seemed to creep along. The actors really portrayed the character well, but the plot couldn't keep my attention.

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Chris M.

...this movie is aweful! It has a couple amusing moments that total about 5 minutes time, but other than that, it's tedious and boring!

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Elicha H.

Def. not a good movie. I felt like I was wasting my time watching it. Def. not one of Cheade's better movies.

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    Jamie W.

    Its one I guess you either love or hate. I thought it was awesome. Great performances as well.

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    Shana P.

    All of the actors in this film did an excellent job portraying troubled kids. The character development was excellent as well. If you want to watch something different, maybe something you couldn't exactly relate directly to, rent this. And Don Cheadle is AWESOME as always!!

    Yes   |   No

     
    Mark L.

    This movie is a good film. The rest of the reviews on here do no justice to the film. Its probably because they dont appreciate the raw style of the filming. The acting in the film is great, which tends to occur in independent films. I think the people who dont like this film are more use to mainstream hollywood crap

    Yes   |   No

     
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