Comedy
United States of America
James Whitman is a high school student grappling with mental health issues. He lives in a chaotic world, partly because of his parents’ strained relationship but mostly because of his anxiety and depression which manifests itself in the form of agoraphobia. He can’t bear the thought of going to school and is almost always holed up in his bedroom.
Desperate to find a way out of his condition, he creates a magical world of his own – a world that involves a giant pigeon named Dr. Bird who offers him therapy and advice. James shares his deepest fears and worries with Dr. Bird, who listens attentively and tries to help him find a way to cope with his issues.
At the same time, the real world is constantly knocking at James’ door, and he must find ways to face his problems head-on. His parents are on the brink of divorce, and he has a crush on a girl who is seemingly unattainable. Yet, with Dr. Bird’s help, James begins to find inner strength and courage.
Dr. Bird’s Advice for Sad Poets tackles some of the most difficult and complex issues facing young people today – anxiety, depression, and mental illness. But it does so with humor and wit, making it a genuinely uplifting and heartwarming film that speaks to the resilience and indomitability of the human spirit.
