
And They Say I Am the Crazy One
2020

Representation Score
Good
2009
Not RatedDirector
Ry Russo-Young
Runtime
81 minutes
Average Rating
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Ry Russo-Young’s film is a sophisticated character study that excels in identity-based storytelling. It successfully disrupts conventional narrative expectations by centering queer identity and mental health issues. The film's primary strength lies in its subversion of gender hierarchies and its nuanced approach to neurodivergence. It treats the protagonist's alienation as a core facet of her being rather than a deficit to be corrected. However, the film is limited by a lack of racial and ethnic diversity. The demographic profile remains relatively homogeneous, reflecting a specific, narrow slice of the independent New York scene.
Category Breakdown
The film centers on non-straight relationships and queer identity. These elements are crucial to the protagonist's exploration of intimacy rather than being minor plot points.
The narrative disrupts traditional hierarchies by prioritizing the female perspective and women's roles. It focuses on the emotional complexities of women, avoiding clichés where female characters only serve male development.
The production features a predominantly white, urban cast. While not actively whitewashing, the film lacks significant racial or ethnic diversity within its demographic profile.
The story explores postmodern themes of fragmented identity and moral relativism. It prioritizes the protagonist's subjective truth over standard societal expectations and traditional moralities.
Mental health and neurodivergence are central to the protagonist's identity. The film avoids 'inspiration porn' by focusing on the authentic, difficult lived experience of navigating the world.
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Official Synopsis
A kaleidoscopic film portrait of Shelly Brown, a twenty-three year-old alienated urban misfit recently released from a psychiatric hospital.

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