FINE LINE is a documentary of voices, stories and
portraits that confronts stereotypes and reveals the courage and fragility
of those living with mental illnesses.
Photographer Michael Nye spent
four years photographing and recording stories. Schizophrenia, depression,
obsessive-compulsive, anxiety and bi-polar disorders are among the
experiences considered.
In simple and eloquent detail the
55 black-and-white portraits and voices draw you closer into each life by
addressing and exploring many topics: family, confusion, pain, abuse,
treatment and healing.
Consider Beth. She was one of the
most talented writers in her high school – she performed her own original
songs on stage. Later, she was unable to leave her home, and literally
stayed in one chair in her kitchen for years.
Thelma raised six children on the
banks of the San Antonio River and sings Mexican ballads when she’s alone.
When she was 10, her mother tried to crash a hired plane in the desert with
her on board.
At the age of 20, Kerry built a
house that was featured on the cover of an architectural magazine. At the
age of 49, he hung himself in his mother’s garage. He was gentle, kind,
intelligent and shy.
Doris received a Master’s Degree
in sociology. Her passion is collecting recipes. She was homeless for 2
years. As a child she was beaten and sexually abused.
Michael was the editor/part owner
of an alternative newspaper. His gift is making people laugh. He had his
first breakdown at the computer screen. He started crying for no apparent
reason and could not stop.
Deeply personal stories can take
us inside complicated issues where empathy and understanding begin. Each
face invites you to listen.
Visit Michael Nye's website
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Fine
Line: Mental Health, Mental Illness 
