The Testament of Oliver (2019)
Director Jessica Nilsson’s staggering documentary The Testament of Oliver chronicles her friendship with Oliver Juvonen-Peel. Oliver has schizophrenia and struggles with alcohol use disorder. He drinks to cope with his psychiatric issues, but his dual diagnosis makes it challenging to find effective treatment. He reveals to the camera that mental health facilities reject him due to his alcohol abuse, and he’s involuntarily discharged from outpatient clinics because he’s mentally ill. The Testament of Oliver reveals what happens to the people who fall through the cracks of the healthcare system. Nilsson’s documentary offers a raw and hardhitting account of a man in dire need of specialized treatment and support systems. Nilsson captures her dear friend’s struggles with an unflinching eye, sharing Oliver’s soaring highs and crushing lows on his arduous road to recovery.
Cast
- Oliver Juvonen-Peel - Self
- Jessica Nilsson - Self
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Testament of Oliver about?
- Director Jessica Nilsson’s staggering documentary The Testament of Oliver chronicles her friendship with Oliver Juvonen-Peel. Oliver has schizophrenia and struggles with alcohol use disorder. He drinks to cope with his psychiatric issues, but his dual diagnosis makes it challenging to find effective treatment. He reveals to the camera that mental health facilities reject him due to his alcohol abuse, and he’s involuntarily discharged from outpatient clinics because he’s mentally ill. The Testament of Oliver reveals what happens to the people who fall through the cracks of the healthcare system. Nilsson’s documentary offers a raw and hardhitting account of a man in dire need of specialized treatment and support systems. Nilsson captures her dear friend’s struggles with an unflinching eye, sharing Oliver’s soaring highs and crushing lows on his arduous road to recovery.
- Who directed The Testament of Oliver?
- The Testament of Oliver was directed by Jessica Nilsson.
- Who stars in The Testament of Oliver?
- The Testament of Oliver stars Oliver Juvonen-Peel, Jessica Nilsson.
- How long is The Testament of Oliver?
- The Testament of Oliver has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is The Testament of Oliver?
- The Testament of Oliver is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Testament of Oliver produced?
- The Testament of Oliver was produced in Denmark.