My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)
“Life is not bad when I'm not feeling sad.”
Synopsis
Based on Elizabeth Swados’ picture book of the same name, this animated short film charts one woman's struggle with depression.
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My Depression: The Up and Down and Up of it (HBO Documentary Films)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-07-06
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Marianetti, Elizabeth Swados, David Wachtenheim
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Marianetti, Elizabeth Swados, David Wachtenheim
- Original Score
- Dave Nelson
- Original Title
- My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- HBO Documentary Films, Buzzco Associates, Swados Animation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Marianetti, Elizabeth Swados, David Wachtenheim
Robert Marianetti, Elizabeth Swados, David Wachtenheim, Sean Lattrell, Glen Steinmacher
Dave Nelson
Sheila Nevins, Roz Lichter, Josh Hetzler
Department Leadership Roster
Roz Lichter
Producer
Robert Marianetti
Director
Elizabeth Swados
Director
Josh Hetzler
Producer
David Wachtenheim
Director
Dave Nelson
Original Music Composer
Robert Marianetti
Screenplay
Elizabeth Swados
Screenplay
David Wachtenheim
Screenplay
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What is My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It) about?
Based on Elizabeth Swados’ picture book of the same name, this animated short film charts one woman's struggle with depression.
Who directed My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)?
My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It) was directed by Robert Marianetti, Elizabeth Swados, David Wachtenheim.
Who stars in My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)?
The principal cast of My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It) includes Sigourney Weaver, Steve Buscemi, Fred Armisen, Dan Fogler, Rachel Stern.
When was My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It) released and how long is it?
My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It) was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 30m.
Who composed the musical score for My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)?
The original motion picture soundtrack for My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It) was composed by Dave Nelson.