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Billy
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Genres
Documentary
Overview
Billy is a film buff who films himself non-stop. During a film shoot, he meets Lawrence Côté-Collins and the two become friends. One night, he assaults her. Years later, in prison for the deaths of two people, Billy is diagnosed with schizophrenia. With the help of the filmmaker, his only remaining relationship apart from his family, his personal archives become an invaluable resource for understanding his illness. A formal deconstruction of schizophrenia through a remarkably open-minded gaze.
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Runtime
107 min
Release Date
2024-04-17
Status
Released
Original Language
French
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Cast
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Lawrence Côté-Collins
Self
Billy-Denis Poulin
Self
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