A Summer in the Cage (2007)
"A Summer in the Cage" is filmmaker Ben Selkow's feature-length documentary chronicling his friend Sam's battle with manic-depressive illness, also known as bipolar disorder. The film follows Sam for seven years as he suffers delusional manic episodes, battles paralyzing depressions, and tries to escape the legacy of his bipolar father who committed suicide when Sam was eight years old. By showing the difficult emotional impact of being bipolar on Sam, his family, all those who care about him and the filmmaker, "A Summer in the Cage" hopes to put a human face on an illness that affects millions of American families. But as this dramatic story unfolds and heads to an explosive standoff, it also becomes a unique tale about friendship and the ethical responsibilities of a documentary filmmaker.
Cast
- Sam Murchison - Himself
- Sharon Hayden - Herself
- Ben Selkow - Himself
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Summer in the Cage about?
- "A Summer in the Cage" is filmmaker Ben Selkow's feature-length documentary chronicling his friend Sam's battle with manic-depressive illness, also known as bipolar disorder. The film follows Sam for seven years as he suffers delusional manic episodes, battles paralyzing depressions, and tries to escape the legacy of his bipolar father who committed suicide when Sam was eight years old. By showing the difficult emotional impact of being bipolar on Sam, his family, all those who care about him and the filmmaker, "A Summer in the Cage" hopes to put a human face on an illness that affects millions of American families. But as this dramatic story unfolds and heads to an explosive standoff, it also becomes a unique tale about friendship and the ethical responsibilities of a documentary filmmaker.
- Who directed A Summer in the Cage?
- A Summer in the Cage was directed by Ben Selkow.
- Who stars in A Summer in the Cage?
- A Summer in the Cage stars Sam Murchison, Sharon Hayden, Ben Selkow.
- How long is A Summer in the Cage?
- A Summer in the Cage has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- What genre is A Summer in the Cage?
- A Summer in the Cage is a Documentary film.
- Where was A Summer in the Cage produced?
- A Summer in the Cage was produced in United States of America.