Bipolarized
"A radical rethinking of mental illness, medication, and the power of the human spirit."
Ross McKenzie was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and told he would never recover. He disagreed.
This is his journey to get his life—and his mind—back.
Bipolarized is a feature-length documentary that challenges the current medical model of mental illness. After being diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, Ross McKenzie was prescribed lithium and told he would need to take it for the rest of his life to maintain his sanity.
Unwilling to accept a chemically altered future, Ross embarked on a global journey to find the root cause of his mental breakdown. Using alternative treatments, somatic therapy, and radical lifestyle changes, Ross slowly weaned himself off medication—against his doctor's orders—and reclaimed his health.
Raw, controversial, and deeply personal, Bipolarized is not just a film about mental illness; it is a call to action for a more holistic understanding of human trauma and healing.
The Screening & Q&A Experience
Why host a screening? Because the film is just the conversation starter. The real breakthrough happens in the room afterwards.
Community Catharsis
The film evokes strong emotions. Ross facilitates a safe, structured Q&A environment where audience members feel seen and heard, often sharing their own stories for the first time.
Deconstruct the Model
Ross provides nuance to the pharmaceutical debate, moving beyond "anti-medication" rhetoric to a balanced discussion on informed consent and root-cause healing.
Somatic Tools
Unlike standard Q&As, Ross incorporates brief somatic grounding exercises, leaving the audience with practical tools to manage their own stress immediately.
Press Assets
High-resolution downloads for print and web.
