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BrainStorm: new bipolar spectrum film and live panel discussion

Expired February 19, 2026 4:45 AM
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The BrainStorm film team is delighted to partner with DBSA to present our feature-length documentary about the bipolar spectrum. The film follows six compelling people living with bipolar in their journeys from devastation to recovery, connecting their experiences with the latest bipolar science to shed light on potential causes and successful treatments.


Watch the BrainStorm trailer below.




We invite you to watch our 74-minute film at your convenience any time from Feb 1 – Feb 18. Then, join us for a live panel discussion and Q&A on Feb 18th at 8 PM ET/ 7 CT/6 MT/ 5 PT.


BrainStorm is truly a magnificent documentary; I am so honored and proud to be part of it! The film educates, inspires, and fosters empathy while advancing public understanding of one of psychiatry’s most complex illnesses.” 

    — Dr. Holly Swartz, President, International Society for Bipolar Disorders

A new documentary about the bipolar spectrum to end stigma, save lives, and maximize healing.

  • Year
    2026
  • Runtime
    74 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
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  • Director
    Bonnie Waltch
  • Screenwriter
    Bonnie Waltch, Sara Schley, Rachel Clark
  • Producer
    Bonnie Waltch
  • Executive Producer
    Nina Bogosian Quigley, Liz Dauten, Kent Dauten
  • Co-Producer
    Sara Schley
  • Filmmaker
    Bonnie Waltch
  • Cinematographer
    Nikki Bramley
  • Editor
    Rachel Clark
  • Animator
    James Ede, Steve Sarles, Madeline Bouldin
  • Composer
    Ruth Mendelson
  • Sound Design
    Ben Avishai
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