New Robin Williams Documentary Looks at Dark Side of Robin That Many Fans Didn't See
Sometimes those in our lives who seem the most “together” on the outside, are the ones breaking on the inside. Depression affects people from all walks of life, and many times those affected are the ones we’d least suspect.
The successful Kate Spade. The well-known Anthony Bourdain.
Even the hilarious Robin Williams struggled with depression. Fans were heartbroken when Williams committed suicide on August 11, 2014.
Who would have ever believed the beloved Genie from Disney’s “Aladdin” and everyone’s favorite nanny, “Mrs. Doubtfire,” would end his life so suddenly?
It’s been years since the tragedy, but now fans of the timeless actor will get a chance to see the man behind the comedy.
“Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind” will air on HBO on July 16. The dark documentary will not only cover Williams’ Hollywood career, but will also delve into his inspirations, family life, and relationships with other celebrities.
Close friends of Williams such as Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, and Steve Martin are included in the interview lineup. The documentary “celebrates what he brought to comedy and to the culture at large” HBO’s website reads.
The trailer for the special looks intriguing. It appears there was much more to Williams than ever met the public eye.
“I don’t tell jokes,” Williams’ voice narrates. “I just use characters as a vehicle for me.”
What may be most unique about the documentary is that much of it is narrated by Williams himself. Clips, images, and interviews following the actor’s life will make up what is sure to be a riveting and eye-opening experience for fans.
“Family, friends and film crews often saw a man who wasn’t happy unless everyone else was having a good time,” the website states. “But the dualities Williams embodied were present inside him at all times.”
I know I’ll be tuning in. The trailer alone promises a fascinating experience, and it will be interesting to see what elements ultimately led to Williams’ depression and suicide.
His life ended in tragedy. But his memory lives on and serves as a reminder that no one is immune to depression or mental health issues.
We should never overlook an opportunity to reach out to our loved ones and remind them just how much they matter.
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