What Should We Have Done?

About This Movie

What Should We Have Done? is this haunting documentary that digs deep into familial bonds and the chilling silence surrounding mental illness in the 80s. You get this raw, unsettling atmosphere as it chronicles the director's sister's descent into schizophrenia and her parents' denial. The pacing feels deliberate, almost painful at times, reflecting the suffocating environment she was trapped in. You can’t help but feel the tension as the brother grapples with his own suspicions. It's not just a story of a family in crisis; it’s a broader commentary on societal attitudes toward mental health. The lack of polished interviews gives it a gritty, real feel—like you’re watching someone's deeply personal home movie. Quite striking, really.

Contains strong emotional themesIntimate family dynamicsReal-life accounts of mental health challenges