Medicating Normal
"Good for profits. Bad for patients."
Originally released in 2020. Medicating Normal is a documentary film. directed by Lynn Cunningham. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dave Cope, Brianna Cope, and Shalamar Fairweather
Synopsis
One in five Americans is taking a psychiatric drug, including millions of children. Pharmaceutical companies have over-hyped the benefits of these drugs, while hiding the risks and severe side effects including physiological dependence. "Medicating Normal" explores what happens when for- profit medicine intersects with human beings in distress.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
9.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Dave Cope
as Self
Brianna Cope
as Self - Dave's Wife
Shalamar Fairweather
as Self
Angie Peacock
as Self
Rebecka Green
as Self
Tabita Green
as Self - Rebecka's Mom
Todd Green
as Self - Rebecka's Dad
Ivan Jourdain
as Self - Pharmacist, Ivan Pharmacy
Mary Neal Vieten
as Self - Psychologist; Commander, US Navy (RC)
Allen J. Frances
as Self - Chair, Dept. of Psychiatry, Duke Univ Med School
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medicating Normal about?
One in five Americans is taking a psychiatric drug, including millions of children. Pharmaceutical companies have over-hyped the benefits of these drugs, while hiding the risks and severe side effe...
Who directed Medicating Normal?
Medicating Normal was directed by Lynn Cunningham.
How long is Medicating Normal?
Medicating Normal has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Medicating Normal released?
Medicating Normal was released on September 15, 2020 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Medicating Normal?
The main cast of Medicating Normal includes Dave Cope, Brianna Cope, Shalamar Fairweather, Angie Peacock, Rebecka Green.