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Beautiful Boy

"Beautiful Boy" chronicles the heartbreaking and inspiring experience of survival, relapse and recovery in a family coping with addiction over many years.

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“Beautiful Boy” is a drama that chronicles the struggles of a family dealing with addiction, specifically the father’s attempts to help his son overcome drug addiction. The film highlights the challenges of loving someone through the ups and downs of recovery.

Director: Felix van Groeningen
Writers: Luke Davies • Felix van Groeningen • David Sheff
Stars: Steve Carell • Maura Tierney • Jack Dylan Graze
2h
R
2018
Drama
Addiction, Family, Love, Perseverance, Recovery
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This film aligns with the Madison Media Fund’s focus on family, perseverance, and the human struggle against adversity. It offers an unflinching look at the toll addiction takes on individuals and their loved ones, promoting the importance of resilience and compassion.

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