Drama
United States of America
The movie Permanent Record is a 1988 drama film directed by Marisa Silver and starring Alan Boyce, Keanu Reeves, and Pamela Gidley. The story follows David Sinclair, a popular and talented high school student who is a member of a successful music band. However, David is struggling with personal problems and depression, which leads him to take his own life by jumping off a bridge.
His death shocks everyone, especially his best friend Chris Townsend, who is played by Keanu Reeves. Chris has a hard time accepting David's death and starts to investigate the reasons behind it. He believes that there must have been something that pushed his friend to commit suicide, and he wants to find out what it was.
As Chris begins to dig deeper into David's personal life, he discovers that David was secretly dating their English teacher, Ms. Gwen Moss, who is played by Pamela Gidley. Chris questions Ms. Moss about her relationship with David, but she denies any wrongdoing. However, as he continues to investigate, Chris uncovers more secrets and scandals from David's past that could have contributed to his suicide.
The movie also deals with the theme of grief and how David's death affects the people around him, including his parents, teachers, and fellow students. It shows how they struggle to come to terms with his death and find closure.
Permanent Record is a poignant and emotional film that raises awareness about the prevalence of depression and suicide among young people. It also highlights the importance of seeking help and support when dealing with mental health issues.
