The Flames of Me
Je m'appelle Daniel
Synopsis
How do you rebuild your sense of self after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder? Daniel Léger experienced his first manic episode in his early thirties. With courage and vulnerability, he recounts how his diagnosis shook his identity to the core. Through striking images created with fire and soot by visual artist Steven Spazuk, the film depicts Léger’s personality in rich nuances of shadow and light. The transformations paint a sensitive portrait of a man who, despite his mental health struggles, has been able to rise from the ashes.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sommets du cinéma d'animation, Montreal, Canada (2026)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Léger
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Léger
- Original Score
- Daniel Lanois
- Original Title
- Je m'appelle Daniel
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Léger
Daniel Léger
Daniel Lanois
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Léger
Director
Daniel Léger
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Flames of Me.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Flames of Me
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Flames of Me about?
How do you rebuild your sense of self after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder? Daniel Léger experienced his first manic episode in his early thirties. With courage and vulnerability, he recounts how his diagnosis shook his identity to the core. Through striking images created with fire and soot by visual artist Steven Spazuk, the film depicts Léger’s personality in rich nuances of shadow and light. The transformations paint a sensitive portrait of a man who, despite his mental health struggles, has been able to rise from the ashes.
Who directed The Flames of Me?
The Flames of Me was directed by Daniel Léger.
Who stars in The Flames of Me?
The principal cast of The Flames of Me includes Not specified.
When was The Flames of Me released and how long is it?
The Flames of Me was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for The Flames of Me?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Flames of Me was composed by Daniel Lanois.