About Four Good Days

Four Good Days is a compelling drama film released in 2020. The movie revolves around a mother who helps her adult daughter work through four critical days of recovery from substance abuse. The storyline offers a unique insight into the arduous process of overcoming addiction, healing fractured familial relationships, and finding redemption.

Making / Production

The film is a deep and touching narrative directed by Rodrigo Garcia, known for his skill in helming character-driven dramas. The script is based on the Washington Post article 'How’s Amanda? A Story of Truth, Lies, and an American Addiction', written by Eli Saslow. Overcoming several production challenges during the pandemic, the crew worked diligently to portray the heart-wrenching struggle against addiction in an authentic manner.

Actors

• Mila Kunis plays the role of Molly, the recovering addict. She intensely embraces her role, revealing a raw, harrowing representation of addiction.
• Glenn Close portrays Deb, Molly's mother. She emotionally articulates the struggle, desperation, and reluctant hope of a mother journeying with her daughter towards recovery.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The story is inspired by real events portrayed in a Washington Post article.
• Both the primary actors, Mila Kunis and Glenn Close, have stated this role to be one of their most challenging and rewarding.

Awards

As of now, the film Four Good Days hasn't received any notable awards, though its unique storytelling and exceptional performances have received critical acclaim.

Quotes

• "It's always the same - promise you won't get mad." - Molly
• "Every time I've tried before I felt different, and I don't feel different." - Molly.

Music, Soundtrack

• Main Theme: The movie's main theme is a haunting score that emphasizes the intense emotions and the primary characters' struggles.
• End Credits Song: The end credits feature a heart-wrenching song coinciding with the characters and the story's central theme.