Touched with Fire
Director: Paul Dalio
Actors: Katie Holmes, Luke Kirby, Christine Lahti
PlotCarla and Marco are two talented poets whose creativity is amplified by their bipolar disorder. They meet in a psychiatric hospital where both are receiving treatment. Initially, their relationship is marked by mutual understanding and support, providing a unique solace for each other amidst their struggles. However, they soon realize that their connection brings intense highs and devastating lows, reflecting the cyclical nature of their mental illness. Their passion for each other and their art propels them into an emotionally turbulent journey that tests the boundaries of love, sanity, and creative expression.
As they navigate their shared psychological landscape, Carla and Marco must confront the challenges posed by their condition and the impact it has on their lives. Their relationship draws scrutiny from their families and doctors who are concerned about the volatility of their emotional states. The pressure to conform to a more stable life conflicts with their desire to embrace the full spectrum of their experiences. In the end, Carla and Marco must decide whether their relationship and artistic endeavors can coexist with the need for stability, or if they must sacrifice one for the other.
Writers: Paul Dalio
Release Date: 04 Oct 2016
Runtime: 106 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
While 'Touched With Fire' delivers outstanding performances and solid technical merits, it falls short of achieving its desired emotional impact, making it best suited for a single viewing.
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