In the early 1980s, Brian began treatment with psychologist Eugene Landy; The story yielded a movie, starring Paul Dano and Joh Cusack
Brian Wilson He died at the age of 82 leaving music in mourning. The cause of death was not disclosed, but the co -founder of Beach Boys had a very complex health history – Remember here – among them is the controversial treatment with the psychologist Eugene Landywhich was a movie theme in Hollywood.
What is it about?
Originally Love & Mercyand in Brazil entitled The Beach Boys – A Successful Story (2014), the feature is a biography that portrays the life of Brian Wilson, addressing two central periods of his trajectory: the creative height in the 1960s and his recovery phase in the 1980s. Bill Pohlad (Dreamin ‘Wild), the film stands out for its unconventional approach, alternating temporal lines and focusing more on the psychological universe than in a traditional chronology.
Who’s in the cast?
Paul Damage (Black blood) plays Brian in the 1960s, during the creation of the album PET SOUTHS and the project Smile. This part explores its musical genius, the external pressures (including from the other beach boys and his father) and the beginning of his mental problems.
In the second phase, John Cusack (High fidelity) Lives Brian in the 1980s, when he is already under the control of controversial psychologist Eugene Landy (interpreted by Paul Giamatti, The rejected) and begins to rediscover some emotional balance with the help of Melinda Ledbetter (lived by Elizabeth Banks, The panthers), future wife of Brian.
The relationship between Wilson and Landy
The relationship between the two was becoming gradually toxic in the 80s. Landy He began to act as an entrepreneur, musical collaborator and even co -author of the songs, assuming credit in various compositions. This appropriation of his professional and personal life motivated a lawsuit, and in 1991, Landy was legally prohibited from maintaining any contact with Brian (Report of New York Times“Psychologist is Barred from Seeing Brian Wilson”, 1991). The case is also detailed in the documentary Brian Wilson: Long Promissed Road (2021), which exposes the abuses committed during this period.
Where to watch the movie?
The Beach Boys: A success story It is available for purchase and rent on Prime Video, Google Play and Apple TV.
Also read:Remember Brian Wilson’s health history, killed at the age of 82
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