On the Edge
A young psychiatrist in a Paris hospital's psychiatric ward faces daily challenges amid budget cuts and exhaustion while striving to support his patients.
“A young doctor with an exemplary humanist spirit fights a brave battle to hold together the run-down Paris hospital where he works – and to hold his patients together in the process.”
Synopsis
A young psychiatrist in a Paris hospital's psychiatric ward faces daily challenges amid budget cuts and exhaustion while striving to support his patients.
Synopsis
Jamal works as a psychiatrist in a psychiatric ward at a Paris hospital. He faces challenges from budget cuts and staff exhaustion. Through handheld camera work, the film captures the daily lives of patients and staff. Jamal listens to his patients and offers advice. He organizes theatre exercises inspired by Molière to help build connections. The documentary presents a realistic view of mental health care within an institutional framework while focusing on Jamal's commitment to his patients.
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