It’s a part of me

A short on a girl fighting her mental illness (bipolar disorder). As a war wages inside her head, she struggles to maintain control of her emotions. Faced with her other half, she realises her mental illness is now a part of her, and finally embraces it.

Made for Art with Impact's 'Mental Health' competition.

Filmed, directed and edited by Jellan Merlant-Pilonchery.

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Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder causes unusual changes in mood and behavior. While everyone has natural highs and lows, with bipolar disorder the highs and lows are extreme,...

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