Manic

Follows the fate of Lyle, a violent adolescent who, in lieu of prison, is placed in a juvenile mental institution, where he encounters a group of equally troubled teens. This motley crew—abused, sexually confused, violent, and yet hanging on by their grit and anger—becomes Lyle's last lifeline as he fights to find meaning in a world that seems to defy understanding.

Tagline

“You can't escape yourself.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama

Director

Jordan Melamed

Original Language

EN

What is Manic about?

Follows the fate of Lyle, a violent adolescent who, in lieu of prison, is placed in a juvenile mental institution, where he encounters a group of equally troubled teens. This motley crew—abused, sexually confused, violent, and yet hanging on by their grit and anger—becomes Lyle's last lifeline as he fights to find meaning in a world that seems to defy understanding.

Who directed Manic?

Manic was directed by Jordan Melamed.

When was Manic released?

Manic was released on January 27, 2001.

How long is Manic?

Manic has a runtime of 1h 42m.

Where can I track Manic?

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