About Every Brilliant Thing (HBO)

Every Brilliant Thing is a heartwarming film produced by HBO and originally premiered in the year 2016. It provides a powerful and refreshing portrayal of a man who has been dealing with the impact of his mother's mental illness from an early age. He creates a list of everything wonderful in the world to remind his mother that life is worth living. This uplifting journey is a poignant exploration of love, life, mental health, and the lengths we go to for those we care about.

Making / Production

The film is a unique project that beautifully morphs a critically acclaimed one-man show by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe into an intimate and captivating cinematic experience. The movie was produced by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato, directed by acclaimed filmmakers Dan Lindsay and T.J. Martin. The adaptation seamlessly mixes humor and heartbreak to bring the story's delicate balance of laughter and tears to the screen.

Actors

• Jonny Donahoe: Donahoe superbly plays the primary role as himself. He immaculately delivers a perfect mix of humor and soulful performance, resulting in a captivating and moving portrayal of a son grappling with despair all around him but yet remaining hopeful.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie is an adaptation of a popular and critically acclaimed one-man show.
• British comedian Jonny Donahoe, who performed it over a thousand times in different locations, plays the lead in this movie variation.
• This HBO film uses a unique storytelling approach, blending narration, standup comedy, and audience interaction.

Awards

Every Brilliant Thing may not have earned significant accolades, but it garnered critical acclaim and achieved high viewer ratings for its honest and empathetic portrayal of mental health.

Quotes

• "You're six years old, and you're making a list of every brilliant thing in the world."
• "The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain."

Music, Soundtrack

• The music and screenplay are brilliantly intertwined to heighten the resonance of emotional scenes. However, the movie does not have a specific soundtrack listing.