Medicine for Melancholy

2008, Drama/Romance, 1h 28m

39 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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Blessed with clever dialogue and poignant observations of class and race, Medicine For Melancholy is a promising debut for director Barry Jenkins. Read critic reviews

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Micah (Wyatt Cenac), a passionate social activist, meets affluent professional Joanne (Tracey Heggins) at a party. After getting drunk together, they have a one-night stand. The morning after begins uncomfortably, but eventually romantic feelings develop between Micah and Joanne. As they converse more deeply, they realize they are separated by an array of political and philosophical differences and must decide if these factors are more important than their budding relationship.

Cast & Crew

Wyatt Cenac
Micah
Tracey Heggins
Jo
Melissa Bisagni
Cassandra Jay
Brent Weinbach
Waiter
John Friedberg
Housing Rights Committee Member
Barry Jenkins
Director
Barry Jenkins
Screenwriter
Justin Barber
Producer
Greg O'Bryant
Producer
Cherie Saulter
Producer
James Laxton
Cinematographer
Nat Sanders
Film Editing
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Critic Reviews for Medicine for Melancholy

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