On The Bathroom Wall

Words on bathroom walls.

On the bathroom wall.

Words on bathroom walls tells the story of adam charlie plummer who appears to be your typical young adult a little unkempt with raging hormones and excited about a future pursuing his dream. Diagnosed with a mental illness halfway through his senior year of high school a witty introspective teen struggles to keep it a secret while falling in love with a brilliant classmate who inspires him to not be defined by his condition. Although shallow at times the film tells a difficult story with impactful messages. Words on bathroom walls is a 2020 american comedy drama film directed by thor freudenthal and written by nick naveda based on the novel of the same name by julia walton.

The plot is illustrated with creative motifs and outstanding cinematography that captures adam s state of mind during his schizophrenic attacks. It received generally positive reviews from critics. The film was released on august 21 2020 by roadside attractions. It stars charlie plummer andy garcía taylor russell annasophia robb beth grant molly parker and walton goggins.

Words on bathroom walls critics consensus sensitive well acted and solidly directed words on bathroom walls is an admirable addition to a genre that too rarely does justice to its worthy themes.