I recently had the opportunity to see an early screening of the movie Mighty Fine. First let me start by saying that the movie really hit home for me. Although the my family wasn’t as volatile as some of the moments in the movie, I felt like I could relate to the experience. We were also able to take part in a live video chat with some of the Actors after the movie concluded. I thought of how amazing it was to be able to get some of their perspectives on their characters.

The movie stars Chazz Palminter, Andie Macdowell, Jodelle Ferland and Rainy Qualley. I thought they all did an amazing job with making their character feel real. You could really feel the emotion the entire movie which I know sometimes doesn’t come through in other movies.

The movie deals with a family in the 70′s. The father, played by Chazz Palminter, in the family has some major Rage issues. Unfortunately back in that time it was very taboo to talk about mental problems one could be having. Even if it was with a trusted family doctor. The stigma surrounding mental health if very evident in the movie. At one point Joe Fine, the dad, promises to go to the doctor at the urging of his wife. Instead of getting help, he actually makes it seem as if his wife is over reacting because she is a Holocaust survivor.

There were parts of the movie that had me sobbing for this family. The fear and sadness of all the other Fine members is clearly evident. There was a part that dealt with suicide and it was a very big crying scene for me. It was hard to watch the effects on the family. It was really a beautiful movie overall. It could help so many people see issues that they may have without really realizing it until seeing the on screen similarities.

The movie hits select theaters May 25th! I urge you to go see it. It’s a very thought provoking and eye opening movie!

“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Mighty Fine and the distributor. I received access to an online showing of the film and a promotional item to thank me for participating”