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  • 2007
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  • Seventh Art Releasing
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  • 2007
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  • 1 h 47 m

Summary On the edges of Las Vegas, 17-year old Andrew is spiraling out of control. Unable to cope with the loss of his father, Andrew's descent into drugs and violence is gaining momentum, and the once-promising young man is heading for self-destruction. Andrew's mother, helpless to control her son and fighting an addiction of her own, refuses ...

Directed By: Monty Lapica

Written By: Monty Lapica

  • 2007
  • R
  • Seventh Art Releasing
  • 1 h 47 m
  • 2007
  • R
  • Seventh Art Releasing
  • 1 h 47 m

Self Medicated

Metascore Mixed or Average Based on 16 Critic Reviews
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Summary On the edges of Las Vegas, 17-year old Andrew is spiraling out of control. Unable to cope with the loss of his father, Andrew's descent into drugs and violence is gaining momentum, and the once-promising young man is heading for self-destruction. Andrew's mother, helpless to control her son and fighting an addiction of her own, refuses ...

Directed By: Monty Lapica

Written By: Monty Lapica

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Metascore
Mixed or Average Based on 16 Critic Reviews
51
44% Positive
7 Reviews
44% Mixed
7 Reviews
13% Negative
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Metascore
Mixed or Average Based on 16 Critic Reviews
51
44% Positive
7 Reviews
44% Mixed
7 Reviews
13% Negative
2 Reviews

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75
Though the script and storytelling could have used more polish, Lapica's honesty provides the lasting impression.
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70
There's a palpable element of honesty in Lapica's writing and lead performance that gives this indie production, the edge over other troubled teen dramas.
By Michael Rechtshaffen FULL REVIEW
63
It's worth noting that the movie's spiritual underpinnings are sometimes fairly subtle and other times veer into "Touched by an Angel" territory. The third act is downright Bible-thumping.
By Janice Page FULL REVIEW
50
The vision of him pretending to be a sullen teen is a distraction the movie never overcomes.
By Elizabeth Weitzman FULL REVIEW
50
Self-Medicated is not loathsome or lurid, just one-sided and in need of guidance -- ironically so, because that's what its protagonist so steadfastly refuses to accept. The movie's lack of nuance is balanced by its good intentions.
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40
Self-Medicated reveals itself as a narcissistic fantasy about the misunderstood kid with a heart of gold who finally figures out how to get his shit together: "Good Will Hunting" with a side of Capracorn.
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25
Before the movie reaches its climax, it has created a mess that requires divine intervention.
By Bill White FULL REVIEW

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Production Company Promise Pictures, Thought Division
Release Date Aug 31, 2007
Duration 1 h 47 m
Rating R
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Website http://www.selfmedicated.com/
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Awards

Phoenix Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
New York VisionFest
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
Los Angeles DIY Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations

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