Nise: The Heart of Madness

In 1940s Dr. Nise da Silveira, a revolutionary psychiatrist, defies the conventional treatment of schizophrenia by rejecting electroshock therapy and instead, encourages her patients to express themselves through art. Isolated by her colleagues, she creates a new approach to mental health care, focusing on empathy and creativity. As her clients discover their artistic talents, Dr. Nise establishes a clinic and studio, and later, a museum to showcase their work. This inspirational true story celebrates the human spirit and the transformative power of art.

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