Storyline

Schizophrenia. It may be one word, but it immediately conjures up multiple connotations. Mad. Incurable. Violent. Suicidal. Chemical imbalances. Crazy. A lifelong condition. Inevitable dependency on Medicines. Dark. Terrible. 'A Drop of Sunshine' challenges these notions. It questions the mainstream view of the condition and seeks alternate ways of recovering from it. Through the powerful story of its young and gutsy protagonist, Reshma Valiappan, it seeks to give viewers a new vocabulary to address the stigmatized mental illness. The film proposes that the only treatment method that can work in Schizophrenia is one where the so-called 'patient' is encouraged and empowered to become an equal partner in the process of healing.

Key Information

Director Aparna Sanyal
Studio Public Service Broadcasting Trust
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Reshma Valliappan

Frequently Asked Questions

A Drop of Sunshine was released on August 4, 2011.

The runtime of A Drop of Sunshine is 40m.

A Drop of Sunshine is a Documentary movie.

A Drop of Sunshine is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

A Drop of Sunshine was directed by Aparna Sanyal.

The main cast of A Drop of Sunshine includes Reshma Valliappan.

A Drop of Sunshine is originally in English.