Nise: The Heart of Madness
Nise: The Heart of Madness
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Nise: The Heart of Madness (2015)

Not Rated (US) | Brazil | Portuguese | 106 min
Directed by: Roberto Berliner
7.6

Set in the 1950s, the story revolves around a Brazilian psychiatrist who challenges the conventional treatments for schizophrenia by introducing a new, humane approach to mental illness. Her revolutionary methods, including art therapy, transform the lives of her patients. The film beautifully captures the struggle against a repressive healthcare system and societal prejudices. This inspiring true story is a testament to compassion, innovation, and the resilience of the human spirit.

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Best Costume Design

Nominated

Best Cinematography (Melhor Fotografia)

Nominated

Release Date

Japan
(Tokyo International Film Festival)
2015-10-25
Sweden
(Göteborg Film Festival)
2016-02-04
France
(Paris Brazilian Film Festival)
2016-04-05
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Nise: The Heart of Madness
(Original title)
Nise: O Coração da Loucura
Brazil
尼斯·疯狂的心
China (Mandarin title)
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Mild
Violence & Gore
Moderate
Profanity
Unrated
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Moderate
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Unrated