Prozac Nation (2003)
Where do you go when you've gone too far?
When talented young writer Elizabeth Wurtzel earns a scholarship to Harvard, she sees it as her chance to escape the pressures of her working-class background and concentrate on her true talent. But what starts out so promising leads to self-destructive behavior and paralyzing depression that reflects an entire generation's struggle to navigate the effects of divorce, drugs, sex, and high expectations.
Cast
- Christina Ricci - Elizabeth Wurtzel
- Jason Biggs - Rafe
- Anne Heche - Dr. Sterling
- Michelle Williams - Ruby
- Jonathan Rhys Meyers - Noah
- Jessica Lange - Mrs. Wurtzel
- Lou Reed - Lou Reed
- Jesse Moss - Sam
- Nicholas Campbell - Donald
- Zoe Miller - Elizabeth at 12
Screenplay
- Frank Deasy (Screenplay)
- Galt Niederhoffer (Adaptation)
- Elizabeth Wurtzel (Book)
- Larry Gross (Screenplay)
Themes
Mental Struggles and the Power of Love, Mental Health and Inner Struggle, Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Post-Traumatic Healing and Hope
Keywords
depression, based on novel or book, harvard university, based on true story, borderline personality disorder, writer, therapy, mental illness, young adult, 1990s, degradation of lifestyle, lou reed
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Prozac Nation about?
- When talented young writer Elizabeth Wurtzel earns a scholarship to Harvard, she sees it as her chance to escape the pressures of her working-class background and concentrate on her true talent. But what starts out so promising leads to self-destructive behavior and paralyzing depression that reflects an entire generation's struggle to navigate the effects of divorce, drugs, sex, and high expectations.
- Who directed Prozac Nation?
- Prozac Nation was directed by Erik Skjoldbjærg.
- Who stars in Prozac Nation?
- Prozac Nation stars Christina Ricci, Jason Biggs, Anne Heche, Michelle Williams, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Jessica Lange.
- How long is Prozac Nation?
- Prozac Nation has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
- What genre is Prozac Nation?
- Prozac Nation is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was Prozac Nation produced?
- Prozac Nation was produced in Canada, United States of America.
- What are the themes of Prozac Nation?
- The themes of Prozac Nation include: Mental Struggles and the Power of Love, Mental Health and Inner Struggle, Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Post-Traumatic Healing and Hope.