Alastair Campbell: Depression and Me
Alastair Campbell: Depression and Me

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Alastair Campbell: Depression and Me

2019
Movie
59 min
English

Alastair Campbell candidly talks about his experience living with depression and explores if radical new treatments can make a difference.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Jonah WestonGenres: Documentary, Health

Plot Summary

In this deeply personal documentary, former Downing Street Director of Communications Alastair Campbell confronts his lifelong battle with depression. He explores the stigma surrounding mental illness, visits the institutions that once housed those with mental health conditions, and speaks with experts and individuals affected by depression. Campbell also delves into his own family history, seeking to understand the roots of his condition and the impact it has had on his life and relationships.

Critical Reception

The documentary was widely praised for its honesty, vulnerability, and its success in bringing the conversation about male depression to the forefront. Critics lauded Campbell's personal insight and his ability to humanize a difficult and often misunderstood subject.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw honesty and Campbell's personal courage.

  • Commended for destigmatizing discussions around male mental health.

  • Seen as an important and timely exploration of depression.

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Fun Fact

Alastair Campbell chose to make this documentary after realizing that his own public struggles with depression were helping others to talk about their experiences.

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