Words On Bathroom Walls: (2020)

is a poignant coming-of-age romantic drama that attempts to de-stigmatize schizophrenia by centering the narrative on the person rather than the condition . Directed by Thor Freudenthal and based on Julia Walton's novel, the film follows Adam, a high school senior whose life is upended by a late-term diagnosis. Core Narrative and Style

: Adam’s primary goal is to hide his condition long enough to finish school and pursue his dream of becoming a chef, which adds a layer of tension to his blossoming romance with Maya, his fiercely intelligent tutor. Words on Bathroom Walls (2020)

: The film is noted for its creative visual representation of Adam's hallucinations, personifying the voices in his head through distinct characters: the boho-clique "Rebecca," the protective "Bodyguard," and the stoner-wingman "Joaquin". is a poignant coming-of-age romantic drama that attempts