The Madness Among Us (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2016, The Madness Among Us is a documentary film directed by Fernanda Fontes Vareille, running about 76 minutes. “What defines us as normal?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Leonor and Elizangela do not appear crazy at first sight in the way that society often imagines. They are victims of violent and uncontrollable seizure, which sometimes result even during filming in forcible confinement. The rest of the time they are endowed with sensitivity and clarity about their condition, which offers anyone who will listen to them the opportunity to familiarize themselves with what madness is, through their words, and also through their tragic and touching destinies.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Madness Among Us has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Madness Among Us page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Madness Among Us (2016)?
- In GB, The Madness Among Us is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Madness Among Us worth watching?
- The Madness Among Us holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Madness Among Us released?
- The Madness Among Us was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.