About the film
A Reason to Live is a 2009 documentary about depression and suicide among teenagers and young adults. It follows twelve personal stories of despair and hope, told by young people of different ages, ethnicities, and sexual orientations, together with their families. The film was produced and directed by Allen Mondell and Cynthia Salzman Mondell of Media Projects, Inc.
Its listed subjects are mental health and suicide, and it is categorized as a documentary film from the United States. The language is English, and the official information page is on Wikipedia. By bringing together accounts from young people and relatives, the film addresses how depression and suicide affect individuals and families.
Its focus places personal testimony at the center of a documentary intended for viewers examining youth mental health and related experiences.
Who it is for
It suits viewers, educators, and students seeking documentary material about teen and young adult depression, suicide, mental health, and family experiences.
Worth knowing
- Twelve personal stories
- Includes young people and families
- Covers varied ages, ethnicities, and orientations
- Focuses on mental health and suicide
Before you press play
- Released in 2009
- No runtime is listed
The short of it
A Reason to Live centers twelve accounts of despair and hope connected to youth depression and suicide. Its range of contributors can support focused viewing about mental health and family impact.