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My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)

My Depression (The Up and Down and Up of It)

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2014
0h 30m
7.4(5 votes)
Animation
Documentary
Music

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Based on Elizabeth Swados’ picture book of the same name, this animated short film charts one woman's struggle with depression.

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