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My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)

Life is not bad when I'm not feeling sad.

7.4/ 10201430m

AnimationDocumentaryMusic

Based on Elizabeth Swados’ picture book of the same name, this animated short film charts one woman's struggle with depression.

Directed by Robert Marianetti

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Behind the frames

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The cast

Sigourney Weaver

Elizabeth Swados (voice)

Steve Buscemi

Suicidal Thoughts (voice)

Fred Armisen

Pill Bottle (voice)

Dan Fogler

Rachel Stern

Vocalist (singing voice)

Joanna Bober

Hallie Cooper-Novack

Amanda Shechtman

Blonde Ponytail Girl (voice)