Alien Boy: The Life and Death of James Chasse

February. 15,2013      
Rating:
8.1
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Alien Boy: The Life and Death of James Chasse is a feature length documentary film about one mans struggle with schizophrenia and the extraordinary brutality that ended his life. It is the story of a city in denial that was forced to face the truth and learn, grow and change as a result. Alien Boy explores issues of impunity, police brutality, and mental illness.

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Reviews

MamaGravity
2013/02/15

good back-story, and good acting

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Konterr
2013/02/16

Brilliant and touching

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Megamind
2013/02/17

To all those who have watched it: I hope you enjoyed it as much as I do.

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Donald Seymour
2013/02/18

This is one of the best movies I’ve seen in a very long time. You have to go and see this on the big screen.

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