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Evelyn

  • 2018
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
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Evelyn (2018)
In his latest feature documentary, Oscar-winning director Orlando von Einsiedel (Virunga, The White Helmets) turns the camera on himself to document the journey he, his parents and siblings embarked upon in remembrance of their brother and son, who took his own life over a decade ago.
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Family hikes through British landscapes their brother Evelyn once walked, breaking decade-long silence about his suicide at age 22 following schizophrenia diagnosis.Family hikes through British landscapes their brother Evelyn once walked, breaking decade-long silence about his suicide at age 22 following schizophrenia diagnosis.Family hikes through British landscapes their brother Evelyn once walked, breaking decade-long silence about his suicide at age 22 following schizophrenia diagnosis.

  • Director
    • Orlando von Einsiedel
  • Stars
    • Gwendolen von Einsiedel
    • Orlando von Einsiedel
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    930
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    • Director
      • Orlando von Einsiedel
    • Stars
      • Gwendolen von Einsiedel
      • Orlando von Einsiedel
    • 20User reviews
    • 16Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 1 nomination total

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    10judithjabore-49919

    Indescribable

    So sad and so well made showing the devastation of those touched by suicide. Well done all of you
    9wenrobbo

    Unforgettable

    This was an amazingly raw film. I am glad it showed the family's reactions rather than the schizophrenia their brother experienced. I am feeling overwhelmed.
    10debejere

    A Perfect 10

    This show for families in agony of death is a PERFECT 10. I am not even reading the other reviews in fear one could upset me. I usually feel that hard stabbing critics usually don't have pumping hearts anyway. They are usually robot hearts, made of steel. Without feelings. Or "way out there" and can't relate to normal humans. The love, fear, pits in stomachs, don't talk about it, it won't exist, just saying the name is so real. There were so many aspects of this film, anyone in death crisis can relate to. I truly thank you from the top, the middle and bottom of my broken heart for this film. It sure helped me.
    10hvonpaulus

    A bittersweet wonder of a film

    Powerful heartfelt trauma of a family dealing with tragedy. Fabulous film of a courageous way to cope with loss. A must watch.

    My love and deep respect to all involved.
    10lisainstyle

    This one will stay with you.

    If you love documentaries then this is a must. The honesty of the family members feelings and the family footage is incredible. I applaud the director. He lets us into his family and heart and it is a privilege. Timely in this day and age. Absolutely worth watching.

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      The poignant quote recited at the end of the film is an excerpt from The Smoke Jumper by Nicholas Evans

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    • Release date
      • September 10, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Ивлин
    • Production companies
      • BBC Film
      • British Film Institute (BFI)
      • Grain Media
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      • 1h 40m(100 min)
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