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Broken Diamonds

Play trailer 2:29 Poster for Broken Diamonds PG-13 2021 1h 30m Comedy Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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A young writer sees his dream put in jeopardy when he has to take care of his mentally ill sister.
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Carlos Aguilar RogerEbert.com 07/23/2021
2/4
It's nothing enlightening. Go to Full Review Justin Lowe The Hollywood Reporter 07/22/2021
A topical and emotionally accessible film that should easily connect with sympathetic viewers, particularly those familiar with the debilitating effects of chronic mental health issues. Go to Full Review Randy Myers San Jose Mercury News 07/22/2021
3/4
Both Platt and Kirke are excellent at avoiding antiquated tropes about mental illness in this realistic story that's written from the heart. Go to Full Review Monica Reid Far Out Magazine 08/20/2021
3.5/5
Its honesty is accompanied by a genuinely entertaining story that makes its message not only palatable but enjoyable. Go to Full Review Leo Brady AMovieGuy.com 08/12/2021
1.5/4
Chalk it up to Broken Diamonds being another one of the well intentioned movies of the world, attempting to shine a light on an important subject that everyday Americans struggle with, but failing to take a more unconventional approach. Go to Full Review Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com 08/11/2021
7/10
Ben Platt shows his dramatic skills in this touching brother sister movie. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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12/10/2021 very emotional movie See more 10/19/2021 Great acting. Important story. Well done. See more 10/06/2021 I couldn't stop watching. See more 10/06/2021 Captivating & heart wrenching performance by Ben Platt. See more 08/21/2021 Ben Platt's performance is awesome. Same with supporting characters. Pacing of movie great except the house party scene which could have been eliminated. It broke the flow. See more Read all reviews
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Peter Sattler

Director

Ben Platt

Scott

Yvette Nicole Brown

Cookie

Lola Kirke

Cindy

Lynda Boyd

Mom

Christine Lee

Pretty Girl

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Movie Info

Synopsis A young writer sees his dream put in jeopardy when he has to take care of his mentally ill sister.
Director
Peter Sattler
Producer
Thad Luckinbill, Trent Luckinbill, Molly Smith, Rachel Smith, Trina Wyatt
Screenwriter
Steve Waverly
Distributor
FilmRise
Production Co
Black Label Media
Rating
PG-13 (A Crude Gesture|Thematic Elements)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 23, 2021, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 6, 2021
Runtime
1h 30m
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