@@lex9468 that has nothing to do with anything tbey didn’t talk about the content of the film or the movie just the casting and the casting was perfect timothee and steve were phenomenal
I read Beautiful Boy years before I found myself living the same life with my OWN beautiful boy. It began in early middle school and we're struggling just for him to get out of bed and graduate high school now at 18. Please pray for my dear, sweet son's recovery. We are desperate for God's lessons in this trial and for our boy's life and his salvation. Thank you for so graciously sharing all of your raw pain.
@Alexander Ranin hi Alexander! I will listen to anyone, about ANYTHING if it could possibly help my son. The idea of the ayahuasca definitely sounds crazy to me right now, for likely obvious reasons. HOWEVER, a really amazing & very trusted friend recently talked of this very thing recently. I went into detox 3 weeks ago down in Florida and he is now back in Indiana doing an intensive inpatient program that I've heard has had nothing but success. I am feeling so blessed and grateful right now and I want to thank you for reaching out to me.
I know what is to have someone you love in recovery, it’s painful, but don’t give up on him, he’s still that sweet boy that he used to be, he might say some hurtful things but that’s not him, show him love and that will change his mind eventually, sending you all the luck and love to you and your boy ❤️
Being an addict in recovery & watching this movie.. it’s absolutely insane & brutal to think that’s what I probably looked like to people.. I acted in that manner.. I used for the same exact reason. It made me happy.. & the guilt and shame I felt from doing the bad things I’ve done didn’t matter because getting high would take it all away. I’m so glad I’m clean & not who I was 2 years ago. To those whom are still battling addiction but want to stop.. You can do anything you set your mind to. You have to want to stop. You HAVE to change your people,places, & things. Have faith in yourself. NEVER give up on yourself. There’s ALWAYS rain before a rainbow, right? You got this.. don’t let this sickness defeat you. You are SO much stronger.
Congratulations on your recovery Any, it's so important to see people like you and Nic, it shows to the world that is possible to survive an addiction, i'm really happy for you guys.
I’m so happy for you, and I admire your strength and courage. You’re journey has just begun, and I hope this path leads you to a long and healthy life. Much love and luck sent you way!
I met nic in treatment about 18 years ago. I also met his dad and stepmom and to this day still have a picture of his siblings on my fridge. I am so happy to see that nic got better and is doing well. My heart broke reading tweak and it all comes down(?) And if nic or David are reading this. I have never forgotten your family. All my love for you in 2020 sheffs
I just finished the movie, didn’t realize until the end that it’s based on a true story. The most powerful in this picture is the father’s love towards his son who is his EVERYTHING I wish I had a devoted and supportive dad like that. Well done Nic for staying clean and being an example for others
While watching the movie with my eyes glued to my laptop's screen, there were two words that I was constantly mumbling all the time - 'please don't'. I knew Nick was too precious and was just fearfully anticipating a gruesome and heart crushing end from the very beginning. I was so freaking relieved when Nick survived that overdose. I knew he had a much larger purpose in his beautiful life and that this wasn't 'it'. I hope he stays happy forever and lives a long life. Also I am a HUGE fan of Timothee and after watching the movie I can confidently say that he truly captured the essence of Nick and his memoir.
Nic and David are so intelligent and well spoken. I completely Agree with addressing the root causes. When I was in school and we had the just say no campaign we literally laughed because it was such a joke. We couldn’t relate to it. No one that I knew in school uses drugs just recreationally. Because if you were truly healthy in body and mind you don’t need drugs to feel exhilarated by life.
Life is not about exhilaration - that's where of the last two generations went ridiculously wrong. Many of them think everything is about being finger popping happy 24/7, and if they're not they need something to create a high. Rather than give so much attention to an upper middle class kid who nearly destroyed a healthy body and got himself back to square one, I'd rather hear the tale of a kid who had nothing - was born to a compromised situation, and elevated him or herself to the heights of accomplishment. People like Nic Sheff are an incomprehensible drain on the culture. Their story does nothing for the next potential user, and I care little if they live or die. Also, the movie is a terrible downer. ...Nothing redeeming about it at all, artistically or otherwise.
Wish the movie would have had some epiphany about how much of a mistake it was for the dad/parents to condone any drug use, much less smoke pot with their kid. It's important to have a home environment where any drugs are not permissible.
Nancy Frederick no aspirin? No cough syrup? No beer in the house? Vaccines? Sugar? Caffeine? You def should not be doing drugs with your kids but you should be real and let them know there is a time and place for most things..
@@carloscolon1279 Agreed Connor. To me this was a highly accurate portrayal and actually nicely 'Un-Hollywood.' The lack of an epiphany and the joint smoking made this all the more raw and real for me. Cannibas is on par with alcohol, the stigma is being released around weed. Weed and alcohol as 'truly recreational' drugs I don't see a problem. If I could smoke and drink recreationally - I would. But I can't, god knows I've tried. Addiction gets its grips into the people that 'need' it. It's cunning, baffling and powerful and takes us by surprise. I never wanted to be an addict, it's not a choice. But if you stifle children it can make them curious and rebel. Give them the appropriate info and your preference. Getting angry at a situation without trying to understand the why... is futile. It's an epidemic people, it takes it's prisoners and if you're judging what you see as missteps - then thank god you're perfect eh?
@@yankee2666 their story can open eyes to many people, not only those who are addicted but also those who are currently thinking about trying something like that. The movie portrays how drugs completely destroy your life really well. You see the struggling, agony, pain, sadness, regret. It's a powerful story and you not seeing it just proves how close-minded you are. Also saying that you absolutely do not care whether he lives or dies? That's disgusting.
Joy in the simple things!!! I've got 9 months clean off heroin. And THAT PART right there... with surrendering my messed up mind and will to God on a daily basis has really given me a life again.
it warms my heart to see david stare so deeply into nic with acceptance when he talks. the pride he must feel for his son who overcame such hardships must be impalpable
@@linsqopiring6816 it’s a life long struggle, so who knows. however i don’t think it helps anyone to predict if he will or not. if he relapses he relapses, if you read his book however i don’t think you would necessarily have that line of thought about it
@@linsqopiring6816 it’s a life long struggle, so who knows. however i don’t think it helps anyone to predict if he will or not. if he relapses he relapses, if you read his book however i don’t think you would necessarily have that line of thought about it
Started rehab this week. I just watched this movie today. I am thankful. This story is so many of us. I'm glad he is doing well and has great family around him.
As a fellow recovering crystal meth addict, this movie was so touching. I can't say I regret anything I've done in my life, it makes me who I am today and I personally did need to hit that bottom. What this movie does not show is how much worse Nic's life definitely was than was portrayed. It's the devil's drug. One day at a time staying sober.
Yayyyyyy! Im so happy Nic got married! And he's actually smiling now! He looks so much better and he's actually making a little more eye contact with people so he's doing soooooo well. Keep on livin, Nic!
The only thing about this whole story that gives me chills is that many addicts don't have supportive parents. I have been battling addiction for over 30 years, been to rehab 7 times and have had a patches of sobriety. But as soon as i start doing well my parents dump a huge amount of pressure on me and tangle my head up with their problems. Before i know it i'm so stressed that i can barely function at all, then i start using again.
I had the best most supportive mom anyone could ask for. She was my biggest cheerleader the first time I went to rehab and remember thinking I couldn’t have made it through without her. She died 2 years ago Ive since relapsed and now don’t know how I’ll ever be able to do it again without her here. 😢
I can’t speak for others, but a long friend of my family had a son that had issues from day one. He never knew his dad, and he had some sort of ADHD but never got properly treated although his mom was a nurse and his adoptive father was a Pharmacist at Duke!! They said they tried and tried and while he was sober enough to finish culinary school something must have happened and he lost his home when gf broke up with him and then he relapsed. He passed in 2020. I will never forget him because we adopted his dog, and I pray everyday he is in a good place because he deserves to rest in peace.
I'm going to a book signing and talk on the 11th with David and Nic. Will watch the film before. Brother died of heroin in 2013. Maybe find some closure.
I grew up in the exact same community as them, and it is an prevalent problem; sadly I know the pain and heartbreak you’re dealing with terribly well. The boy across the street for me who I drove to school, every year for three years; the best friend of my very long time boyfriend; overdosed six times, each time being brought back to fight another day. The seventh time, they couldn’t revive him and he passed away at 31. My boyfriend spent 15 years trying to save his friend, as like Nic, he too was in and out of rehab, attempting to get clean. Watch the movie, but know that I actually had to take it in parts. It’s a beautiful film, but it’s a hard one to watch. I know my boyfriend wouldn’t be able to watch it; he still carries so much guilt. the last five years as he’s grieved for his friend, he really has realized how the addiction was a disease & how mental illness took his friend. That has been his greatest solace as he’s grown perspective. He still will get a far off look or have a very sad moment and I know he’s in his own head, his own sadness. I hope that you’re given some closure, but know that it really is a disease, and the piece that your brother needed to find within himself was something he had to do his self. I’m so sorry for your loss and I pray you find solace as life marches on.
Never have I quit trying to keep my son alive. I can't even imagine letting go. Ten years of opioid abuse, with the last two years smoking heroin.In and out of jail, prison and rehabs. Through all of it had I let go, had I continued to fight with him he would not be here with me today. Parents don't ever stop doing everything possible, because without you they surely will be gone.
I just watched the film, and they really nailed it. Iit messed me up pretty good. Most drug scenes in movies are INCREDIBLY unrealistic. Almost every single aspect of the film was way way realistic. I have just over 3.5 years clean off heroin and meth. I was totally homeless and strung out on the streets of Portland for about 7 years, so this movie hit me HARD. Some parts I had to fast forward just a little bit, because of how real it felt. Took me right back to how I felt back then and it hurt. Never going back. Ever.
I don’t know what makes me more emotional. The fact that the father stayed with his son and never gave up. Or the fact that he watched his son go from this happy child to a self destructive teenager.
Reading the book "Beautiful Boy" hit hard for me. I have an absent father and my mom is an addict. Alot of the things that had happened reminded me of my childhood living with an addict. I remember being very young taking care of my high mother and when she would randomly leave and not come back for a few days, like David Sheff did with Nic, I'd worry about whether she was dead or alive. Despite my mother still being an addict, I love her. This book has really helped me cope and understand the things that go on in my life. ❤
I just finished reading Beautiful Boy for my AP Lang class and we’re about to watch the movie. I’m literally in awe of them and how they overcame everything they endured. David and Nic, ur so strong and I admire ur relationship so much. Thank you Jesus for healing Nic and his his father, I pray that you keep them strong! 🥺❤️
I am grateful to my God above first and foremost always and second only to Him, to my son: I am overwhelmed and filled with joy to announce that my beautiful boy received his 6 month sober & clean coin this month! Still and ALWAYS 1 day at a time. I believe in God, I believe in rehab and I believe in my son and family support. Thank you to all who have reached out here in great support. 🤗 🙏🏻
I hope that this family stays close and whatever stresses and emotional problems Nic had or still has he will continue to be able to cope with and continue to find something meaningful in life. What this father and son has to offer is valuable information, that many people may not know, on how to approach drug addiction.
I've watched this movie twice already.. And as a father myself of two amazing now adult sons, I couldn't help but cry and feel the pain, David was feeling in the movie. Although I really can't fathom the thought of what it must of been like watching your own son slowly killing himself... I am very thankful that my two sons did not fall into drug use... They have admitted to me that they have tried various kinds of drugs when they were teenagers, but it was nothing that they expected or desired as far as what they are intended for. They said that they actually hated the effects from them. I'm so glad to know that, Nic overcame his addiction and has managed to survive and live a fruitful and happy life.
I read Beautiful Boy. I am so happy to see Nic doing so well. Nic, I hope your life continues on its happy path. Blessings to you, your wonderful father and your family.
Drinking in 6th grade?! If your kid starts messing w/ substances that young, it's a sign that something deeper is wrong. Either they're trying to cope with prior trauma or are developing a mental illness most likely. The movie was great but didn't really address what issues lead him down this path. I don't buy that "some people are just addicts". If you wake up daily feeling good in the morning, you aren't going to use substances in an abusive way. Addicts use drugs to feel normal. The question is, why don't we feel normal at baseline?
MsNooneinparticular that’s not true. All it takes is getting in with the wrong people or getting put on pills by your doctor. I was addicted to heroin and it all happened so fast. I agree with you but it can truly happen to anyone.
i totally agree that trauma is the biggest gateway drug. but i genuinely don’t think this is the case here. i think he thought it was fun and he spiraled due to an addictive personality, and unlike a lot of parents his dad refused to let him go
He did mention he is bipolar. You’re right, he didn’t go much into it but maybe it was too much for him to discuss at the time. Addiction is a deep disease. Bipolar disorder is very complex and people with this disorder tend to be impulsive. Everyone has a different story though. You have to understand that addiction in itself is a disorder (substance abuse disorder). There are some factors that make some more vulnerable but it isn’t always the case.
I had just finished "Beautiful Boy" and I am now reading Nic's book, "Tweaked".... some parts are very disturbing, but it is a good book, I'm almost finished with it. It was nice to hear the voices, now when I finish reading, I will know what Nics voice sounds like and get a better feeling of it.
I have the same relationship with my mum, I’m a alcoholic and 35 now things are better than they used to be, Also suffer depression, It’s a struggle that I have to live with till i pass.
false. his dad is the reason he has issues. read tweak and it will be completely obvious. it's crazy his dad makes his son Nic do a tour just so the dad can be in the limelight.
I love these guys. I've read all the books but got frustrated reading it. I wanted to scream at him. I put the book down and picked it up again. I love you Nic xx
Did anyone actually read the book ‘Tweak’ or ‘We All Fall Down’ ? I have a tattoo of the books ‘We All Fall Down’ title. That’s how much these books have saved my life
I'm so glad he is clean and have read both their first books and followed this story a long time. I always can't help but think of all the people though suffering from addiction and mental illness who don't come from money, privilege and loving homes. I hope there are more books and resources that become available to help them.
Thank you so much for sharing your story Nic 🙏💕💕💕 Your dad truly loves you, it’s beautiful! I hope bipolar disorder will have more awareness and people would be able to be diagnosed and treated. When you don’t know about this illness, you might try to heal it by yourself by using the wrong tools.
Nic!!! Omg you've come SO far and havr done so much. I met you at I believe Barnes and Nobles in Natick, ma at your book signing for Tweak. You and your dad helped me so much through your books and story. Can't wait to see the movie! Xo ❤❤
My son was so beloved by everyone, when I found out he was doing drugs and asked why, his answer was “he never felt like he belonged” I never understood that because he was so popular at school and so loved by everyone, I think that hurt me the most because I loved him so much and I know he loved me but for some reason in his brain it wasn’t enough
with all due respect and wishing for nick´s struggle to proceed until the very end of a long sober and fulfilling life this movie will not help you in any sort of way to kick the habit. Out of the million personal wars out there to become sober I only watched a movie so powerful that scared me so much when I was a teen that I decided never to do Heroin and that movie was/is Christiane F. The performance of the actors is amazing, but the story in itself portraits a privileged few with the luck to have a family with money and love to spend. My wish for the future is that filmmakers and documentarists will have the balls to make movies about the millionaire clinics that have in mind the profit and the ones with little and sometimes no money that actually show positive results.I wish for anyone reading this with a serious drug use (AND THERE ARE NO LITTLE DRUG USES) problem to get help as soon as possible. ONE DAY AT A TIME. Thank you, may God bless each and everyone of you.
"OUR PUBLIC RELATIONS POLICY IS BASED ON ATTRACTION RATHER THAN PROMOTION; WE NEED ALWAYS MAINTAIN PERSONAL ANONYMITY AT THE LEVEL OF PRESS, RADIO AND FILMS." Well done, Nic! ❤
I'm currently addicted to fentynal I watched parts of this last night and it killed me thinking of how my mother must have felt over the years with my problems
The blonde interviewer sounds like she's choking and about to tear up. Perhaps she was in awe of the story. It's a very touching story, even I would be in awe when I meet them.
I will definitely be buying this book. The others were great and I respect them so much. I really hope Nic is going to finally stay in recovery. I think his bipolar disorder diagnosis was a huge step in his recovery.
Contrary to the medical model definition of disease, I believe addiction is an unconscious attempt to relieve significant inner pain. Thereby it's a symptom of psychological wounds that cause intense, unbearable/overwhelming discomfort for the individual (substances fulfilling the purpose of self-medication to soothe/comfort/distract). Although the problem itself isn't an individually-related issue... Even though it may be a single person within a family system who directly suffers from addiction, it is a family issue-a very reliable (often unmistakable) indicator of major family dysfunction-whether overt or covert. This is something I propose based on nearly 50 years of research/study/clinical work, in which I've never met someone with a true addiction who had a healthy childhood. (Despite the fact that someone grappling with addiction might _think_ their childhood was "normal", and therefore wholistically healthy - before starting personal recovery)
I agree with everything said here except the giving up part. There comes a point when the loved one has to give up because their continued support fuels their addiction, like in the movie when nic calls his dad and asks to come home and the dad says I love you but I can't. I think a better phrase would be never lose hope they can get better because there is always hope but I think you defiantly have to give up trying to save them.
I agree. Like, I don’t think people should give up on them. But I do think there has to be a point where you say “No, I’m not picking you up”. “No, I’m not lending you this money”. “No you’re not crashing on the sofa” etc. But instead say “Hey, l’ll be there if you need help getting into rehab”. You have to think about your own mental health too and if you have other kids you also have to think about them. Of course, that’s easier said than done and I could imagine it would be really hard to say no to your child and wonder where they’re spending the night.
This is something that I feel very strongly about on drug & alcohol addiction. Since the 60's we have seen such a decline in the behavior of children, we have had 5 generations now of drug users from great grand parents to grand parents to parents to children, & now these children are becoming parents. The drugs started flowing in light at first, to pretty much out of control in a short period of time. By the 70's it was like a black blanket going across the US. Mental illness I think was the root, because you can't do the drugs & alcohol without doing some kind of brain damage, as they talk about it in the movie too. Drugs & alcohol has always been a part of history to a certain extent, but never at this kind of magnitude. In the early days of the US you didn't have time to mess around or you would fall by the waste side of starvation,succumb to simple diseases, & so forth, you had to work no matter what in order sustain your family. Now fast forward to the baby boomers, to the terrible 60's where drugs moved into the tune of hippy era, pot, LSD, meth,heroin,angle dust,mescaline, coke, so many, but now double that in today standards. The behavioral pattern in this society now is everything entitlement, & I want it free.. The poor children cannot cope anymore,there is no structure, no manners, & no respect, its been the perfect storm for a failed society a long time coming.
beautiful and brave boy really.......get so much addicted and realized and now sober for eight years and wrote a book........and this book will be so helpful to all those who got addiction of any drugs ........now lets talk why this addiction nowadays going on so common and so easily available.........all government must take quick action against it spread, its dealers so our young generations not get it so easily in street or wherever and secondly we discourage smoking as it is start of every addiction ......in movies we promote smoking it must be prohibited and those who stop smoking and are chain smokers government start some allowance of like 500 dollars a month for those who not smoke and bring one to two volunteers every month to quit smoking......this will help lessening smoking also.......
Well it was Reagan era that stopped funding public mental health and addiction treatments. So many resources gone. And private rehab is so expensive most never get there. Used to be, in my state, state run detox and 28 day rehab. None now. Just homeless shelters to keep those on the streets fed and not freeing in winter time.
I just watched the movie and it brought me some details about a hard life And I though that the movie was great, also showed me That addiction by making a life so hard I’m put faith in him 😇for 8 years too.
Just done watching this. It's a good story. For those people who use drugs or being addicted into it, you should all stop, it'll just ruin your life. Life is precious, so live it and be happy. So being proud of you nic. You did a great job! =)
ayem jen yeah um it doesn’t work that way; people can’t just stop like it’s an easy decision. It’s a real disease that has to be treated. If someone you knew had lymphoma would you tell them, “you should try to stop having lymphoma because your life would be so much better without it... do that please.” It doesn’t work that way. I suggest you educate yourself
@@ellena.8369 ofcourse, I know it's not that easy, like nic.. Some people can't just stop, and some have no plans to stop at all. I completely understand that. Well, i just wanna try to look in positive way, ya know.. I just wanna encourage them, and wishing them. One day.
just remember, no matter what's said after this *_1:15_**_,_* many kids {and many of those who are often unhappy} hear this as something worth trying, if it's _"the feeling i'd been looking for my whole life"._ In the movie he says: _"When I tried it, I just felt better than I ever had"._ That's quite an advertisement to the depressed. Whether intended or not.
dont donmeth but honesylu most people can dp drugs and not become addicted. Im yhe only in my group fo friends who vecame adficted and most tried all the drugs i did. most people who become addicted are briken inside one way or another. Eitger way dont do meth but uf yor good emorionally and have no paat trauma you p be fine
Beautiful Boy - John Lennon Song on Double Fantasy. Sheff interviewed John during the Summer of 1980 for Playboy. Probably not a coincidence for the Movie Title.
Man they casted that film so well.
After seeing Nic, Timothee was the first thought in my mind as to who should be cast as Nic. Once again, Chalamet nailed it.
Yeah not bad eh
It can't be stressed enough, it's perfect. Even his step mother.
It was actually very inaccurate:/
@@lex9468 that has nothing to do with anything tbey didn’t talk about the content of the film or the movie just the casting and the casting was perfect timothee and steve were phenomenal
Wow Timothee captured him perfectly.
I was thinking the same!!
Yea he did!
Facial expressions, the way he talks and everything 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻timmy
sorry I loved the movie but I don´t see what you are saying he is just talking like a normal dude
True!
I'm glad Nic is clean. I pray he stays that way.
I read Beautiful Boy years before I found myself living the same life with my OWN beautiful boy. It began in early middle school and we're struggling just for him to get out of bed and graduate high school now at 18. Please pray for my dear, sweet son's recovery. We are desperate for God's lessons in this trial and for our boy's life and his salvation.
Thank you for so graciously sharing all of your raw pain.
I wish you all the luck and I hope your child will be able to combat this.
@Alexander Ranin hi Alexander! I will listen to anyone, about ANYTHING if it could possibly help my son. The idea of the ayahuasca definitely sounds crazy to me right now, for likely obvious reasons. HOWEVER, a really amazing & very trusted friend recently talked of this very thing recently. I went into detox 3 weeks ago down in Florida and he is now back in Indiana doing an intensive inpatient program that I've heard has had nothing but success. I am feeling so blessed and grateful right now and I want to thank you for reaching out to me.
Aww do you need someone to talk to I’m here for you
praying for your family ❤❤ trusting God will get you SO far!! speaking from my own experience with my brother. God bless you all.
I know what is to have someone you love in recovery, it’s painful, but don’t give up on him, he’s still that sweet boy that he used to be, he might say some hurtful things but that’s not him, show him love and that will change his mind eventually, sending you all the luck and love to you and your boy ❤️
I wish my Father looked at me the way David looks at Nic. What an amazing bond they have.
I noticed that as well. He is lucky.
Go to your father and hug him. Love him and he will eventually love you back. Teach him how to love if he does not know how.
i think he looks at him like a psycopath trying to control him and is likely the reason Nic has issues to begin with
@@trilliongates2765 you should really watch the movie you'll understand
I always notice how loved Nic is.
Being an addict in recovery & watching this movie..
it’s absolutely insane & brutal to think that’s what I probably looked like to people.. I acted in that manner.. I used for the same exact reason. It made me happy.. & the guilt and shame I felt from doing the bad things I’ve done didn’t matter because getting high would take it all away. I’m so glad I’m clean & not who I was 2 years ago.
To those whom are still battling addiction but want to stop..
You can do anything you set your mind to. You have to want to stop. You HAVE to change your people,places, & things. Have faith in yourself. NEVER give up on yourself. There’s ALWAYS rain before a rainbow, right? You got this.. don’t let this sickness defeat you. You are SO much stronger.
Congratulations on your recovery Any, it's so important to see people like you and Nic, it shows to the world that is possible to survive an addiction, i'm really happy for you guys.
Any Bbyx3 don’t know you but I’m proud of you!
I’m so happy for you, and I admire your strength and courage. You’re journey has just begun, and I hope this path leads you to a long and healthy life. Much love and luck sent you way!
❤️🙏🏼
Thank you.
I met nic in treatment about 18 years ago. I also met his dad and stepmom and to this day still have a picture of his siblings on my fridge. I am so happy to see that nic got better and is doing well. My heart broke reading tweak and it all comes down(?) And if nic or David are reading this. I have never forgotten your family. All my love for you in 2020 sheffs
@Rick Sanders really?
@@breathedisastereverafterCongratulations, I hope you stay that way!
Jesus christ were they waiting for years with the script until Chalamet came around?
At like 4:43 I literally felt like he was literally Timmy!!!
I KNOW LOLL
I THOUGHT THE SAME THING
Truee
They have a similar smile
I just finished the movie, didn’t realize until the end that it’s based on a true story. The most powerful in this picture is the father’s love towards his son who is his EVERYTHING
I wish I had a devoted and supportive dad like that.
Well done Nic for staying clean and being an example for others
I’m really happy to know Nic’s story and I pray he continues with his recovery and he could inspire other youths to do the same.
While watching the movie with my eyes glued to my laptop's screen, there were two words that I was constantly mumbling all the time - 'please don't'. I knew Nick was too precious and was just fearfully anticipating a gruesome and heart crushing end from the very beginning. I was so freaking relieved when Nick survived that overdose. I knew he had a much larger purpose in his beautiful life and that this wasn't 'it'. I hope he stays happy forever and lives a long life. Also I am a HUGE fan of Timothee and after watching the movie I can confidently say that he truly captured the essence of Nick and his memoir.
hey mee tooo i kept on saying dont do this nic,dont dont aaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh i cried so much i cant tell
Found this at the point of hopelessness... It's given me hope. The fact that he's alive and there by his dad brought me to my knees.
How ya goin’ dude, if it’s bad remember ‘where there’s life there’s hope’, there’s still hope for you
Nic and David are so intelligent and well spoken. I completely Agree with addressing the root causes. When I was in school and we had the just say no campaign we literally laughed because it was such a joke. We couldn’t relate to it. No one that I knew in school uses drugs just recreationally. Because if you were truly healthy in body and mind you don’t need drugs to feel exhilarated by life.
Life is not about exhilaration - that's where of the last two generations went ridiculously wrong. Many of them think everything is about being finger popping happy 24/7, and if they're not they need something to create a high. Rather than give so much attention to an upper middle class kid who nearly destroyed a healthy body and got himself back to square one, I'd rather hear the tale of a kid who had nothing - was born to a compromised situation, and elevated him or herself to the heights of accomplishment. People like Nic Sheff are an incomprehensible drain on the culture. Their story does nothing for the next potential user, and I care little if they live or die. Also, the movie is a terrible downer. ...Nothing redeeming about it at all, artistically or otherwise.
Wish the movie would have had some epiphany about how much of a mistake it was for the dad/parents to condone any drug use, much less smoke pot with their kid. It's important to have a home environment where any drugs are not permissible.
Nancy Frederick no aspirin? No cough syrup? No beer in the house? Vaccines? Sugar? Caffeine? You def should not be doing drugs with your kids but you should be real and let them know there is a time and place for most things..
@@carloscolon1279 Agreed Connor. To me this was a highly accurate portrayal and actually nicely 'Un-Hollywood.' The lack of an epiphany and the joint smoking made this all the more raw and real for me. Cannibas is on par with alcohol, the stigma is being released around weed. Weed and alcohol as 'truly recreational' drugs I don't see a problem. If I could smoke and drink recreationally - I would. But I can't, god knows I've tried. Addiction gets its grips into the people that 'need' it. It's cunning, baffling and powerful and takes us by surprise. I never wanted to be an addict, it's not a choice. But if you stifle children it can make them curious and rebel. Give them the appropriate info and your preference. Getting angry at a situation without trying to understand the why... is futile. It's an epidemic people, it takes it's prisoners and if you're judging what you see as missteps - then thank god you're perfect eh?
@@yankee2666 their story can open eyes to many people, not only those who are addicted but also those who are currently thinking about trying something like that. The movie portrays how drugs completely destroy your life really well. You see the struggling, agony, pain, sadness, regret. It's a powerful story and you not seeing it just proves how close-minded you are. Also saying that you absolutely do not care whether he lives or dies? That's disgusting.
Joy in the simple things!!! I've got 9 months clean off heroin. And THAT PART right there... with surrendering my messed up mind and will to God on a daily basis has really given me a life again.
that's so amazing, good for you! i hope you're doing well and have a great 2024! ❤
it warms my heart to see david stare so deeply into nic with acceptance when he talks. the pride he must feel for his son who overcame such hardships must be impalpable
But I wonder if there's any chance he sitll relapses.
@@linsqopiring6816 it’s a life long struggle, so who knows. however i don’t think it helps anyone to predict if he will or not. if he relapses he relapses, if you read his book however i don’t think you would necessarily have that line of thought about it
@@linsqopiring6816 it’s a life long struggle, so who knows. however i don’t think it helps anyone to predict if he will or not. if he relapses he relapses, if you read his book however i don’t think you would necessarily have that line of thought about it
@@jacobhouck6404why not?
My heart goes out to anyone struggling with addiction and anyone who loves an addict
This story, like many stories involving drugs, is not just about drugs. It's about mental health, too. 5:59.
Started rehab this week. I just watched this movie today. I am thankful. This story is so many of us. I'm glad he is doing well and has great family around him.
Still sober?
@@linsqopiring6816 Hi. Yes, been 4months and 21 days
@@thabs2001Congrats, and keep up the good work.
the bond timothee and steve replicated was amazing. they’re all amazing
Just finished watching this beautiful, raw movie. I'm happy Nic made it through, and is still making it through. I know many do not.
Considering all that he’s been through, Nic looks and sounds like he still has so much vigor for life. Good for him!
I read his book tweaked right when I got out of rehab and then beautiful boy. So glad he is still sober. We do recover!
I’m proud of you! ❤
@@Rem66jswell we do but we also fall too. I’m trying again to do it after loosing my mom it’s been really tough. 😢
@@jane1385 you’ve got this! I’m still trying to even begin to stop. I understand. & I’m thinking of u and I am praying for you! ❤️
@@Rem66jsthank you. It means a lot even if it’s from a stranger.
timothee literally was nic watching these interviews it’s crazy
I PRAISE GOD NIC IS IN RECOVERY, WINNING ONE DAY AT A TIME. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU TO CONTINUE TO WIN THE DAY EVERY DAY !
casting director deserve an oscar
As a fellow recovering crystal meth addict, this movie was so touching. I can't say I regret anything I've done in my life, it makes me who I am today and I personally did need to hit that bottom. What this movie does not show is how much worse Nic's life definitely was than was portrayed. It's the devil's drug. One day at a time staying sober.
Yayyyyyy! Im so happy Nic got married! And he's actually smiling now! He looks so much better and he's actually making a little more eye contact with people so he's doing soooooo well. Keep on livin, Nic!
The only thing about this whole story that gives me chills is that many addicts don't have supportive parents. I have been battling addiction for over 30 years, been to rehab 7 times and have had a patches of sobriety. But as soon as i start doing well my parents dump a huge amount of pressure on me and tangle my head up with their problems. Before i know it i'm so stressed that i can barely function at all, then i start using again.
Maybe they dont want you to get clean...
If i were you, I would stop talking to them. I’m sorry ❤.
@@h1ghnezz
wHaT?
I had the best most supportive mom anyone could ask for. She was my biggest cheerleader the first time I went to rehab and remember thinking I couldn’t have made it through without her. She died 2 years ago Ive since relapsed and now don’t know how I’ll ever be able to do it again without her here. 😢
I can’t speak for others, but a long friend of my family had a son that had issues from day one. He never knew his dad, and he had some sort of ADHD but never got properly treated although his mom was a nurse and his adoptive father was a Pharmacist at Duke!! They said they tried and tried and while he was sober enough to finish culinary school something must have happened and he lost his home when gf broke up with him and then he relapsed. He passed in 2020. I will never forget him because we adopted his dog, and I pray everyday he is in a good place because he deserves to rest in peace.
I'm going to a book signing and talk on the 11th with David and Nic. Will watch the film before. Brother died of heroin in 2013. Maybe find some closure.
Hayley H. I’m so sorry😟 Rest in Peace❤️🙏🏻
I grew up in the exact same community as them, and it is an prevalent problem; sadly I know the pain and heartbreak you’re dealing with terribly well.
The boy across the street for me who I drove to school, every year for three years; the best friend of my very long time boyfriend; overdosed six times, each time being brought back to fight another day. The seventh time, they couldn’t revive him and he passed away at 31. My boyfriend spent 15 years trying to save his friend, as like Nic, he too was in and out of rehab, attempting to get clean.
Watch the movie, but know that I actually had to take it in parts. It’s a beautiful film, but it’s a hard one to watch. I know my boyfriend wouldn’t be able to watch it; he still carries so much guilt. the last five years as he’s grieved for his friend, he really has realized how the addiction was a disease & how mental illness took his friend. That has been his greatest solace as he’s grown perspective. He still will get a far off look or have a very sad moment and I know he’s in his own head, his own sadness.
I hope that you’re given some closure, but know that it really is a disease, and the piece that your brother needed to find within himself was something he had to do his self. I’m so sorry for your loss and I pray you find solace as life marches on.
+Hayley H. - I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers be with you and your family.
I feel for you Hayley. I hope you find the peace you're looking for. It's within you, just like your love for your brother.
So sorry for your loss.God bless you.
Never have I quit trying to keep my son alive. I can't even imagine letting go. Ten years of opioid abuse, with the last two years smoking heroin.In and out of jail, prison and rehabs. Through all of it had I let go, had I continued to fight with him he would not be here with me today. Parents don't ever stop doing everything possible, because without you they surely will be gone.
I just watched the film, and they really nailed it. Iit messed me up pretty good. Most drug scenes in movies are INCREDIBLY unrealistic. Almost every single aspect of the film was way way realistic. I have just over 3.5 years clean off heroin and meth. I was totally homeless and strung out on the streets of Portland for about 7 years, so this movie hit me HARD. Some parts I had to fast forward just a little bit, because of how real it felt. Took me right back to how I felt back then and it hurt. Never going back. Ever.
The intravenous scenes were very unrealistic actually
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How would you rate trainspotting?
So happy he recovered and he's happy. To people struggling out there, you matter and fight for your beautiful life. Hugs and my best wishes
I don’t know what makes me more emotional. The fact that the father stayed with his son and never gave up. Or the fact that he watched his son go from this happy child to a self destructive teenager.
Reading the book "Beautiful Boy" hit hard for me. I have an absent father and my mom is an addict. Alot of the things that had happened reminded me of my childhood living with an addict. I remember being very young taking care of my high mother and when she would randomly leave and not come back for a few days, like David Sheff did with Nic, I'd worry about whether she was dead or alive. Despite my mother still being an addict, I love her. This book has really helped me cope and understand the things that go on in my life. ❤
I just finished reading Beautiful Boy for my AP Lang class and we’re about to watch the movie. I’m literally in awe of them and how they overcame everything they endured. David and Nic, ur so strong and I admire ur relationship so much. Thank you Jesus for healing Nic and his his father, I pray that you keep them strong! 🥺❤️
I am grateful to my God above first and foremost always and second only to Him, to my son: I am overwhelmed and filled with joy to announce that my beautiful boy received his 6 month sober & clean coin this month! Still and ALWAYS 1 day at a time. I believe in God, I believe in rehab and I believe in my son and family support. Thank you to all who have reached out here in great support. 🤗 🙏🏻
I just watched half of that movie in a recovery class. It touched my heart..
I hope that this family stays close and whatever stresses and emotional problems Nic had or still has he will continue to be able to cope with and continue to find something meaningful in life.
What this father and son has to offer is valuable information, that many people may not know, on how to approach drug addiction.
I think it's really big of them to do what they do. They help a lot of young people - and their families.
I read Tweak when I was newly sober.. changed my life
I just finished the movie and I’m binge watching everything related to i
Me too lol
I watched Beautiful Boy last night and was so moved. So glad Nic is clean.
I've watched this movie twice already.. And as a father myself of two amazing now adult sons, I couldn't help but cry and feel the pain, David was feeling in the movie. Although I really can't fathom the thought of what it must of been like watching your own son slowly killing himself... I am very thankful that my two sons did not fall into drug use... They have admitted to me that they have tried various kinds of drugs when they were teenagers, but it was nothing that they expected or desired as far as what they are intended for. They said that they actually hated the effects from them. I'm so glad to know that, Nic overcame his addiction and has managed to survive and live a fruitful and happy life.
I am so glad Nic is clean. Thank you Nic for being courageous enough to share your story...
I read Beautiful Boy. I am so happy to see Nic doing so well. Nic, I hope your life continues on its happy path. Blessings to you, your wonderful father and your family.
Takes so much strength to stay sober. Stay strong Nic!
Tell yourself that you are a beautiful boy/girl. Tell yourself that you are worth everything. Everything.
Drinking in 6th grade?! If your kid starts messing w/ substances that young, it's a sign that something deeper is wrong. Either they're trying to cope with prior trauma or are developing a mental illness most likely. The movie was great but didn't really address what issues lead him down this path. I don't buy that "some people are just addicts". If you wake up daily feeling good in the morning, you aren't going to use substances in an abusive way. Addicts use drugs to feel normal. The question is, why don't we feel normal at baseline?
MsNooneinparticular that’s not true. All it takes is getting in with the wrong people or getting put on pills by your doctor. I was addicted to heroin and it all happened so fast. I agree with you but it can truly happen to anyone.
i totally agree that trauma is the biggest gateway drug. but i genuinely don’t think this is the case here. i think he thought it was fun and he spiraled due to an addictive personality, and unlike a lot of parents his dad refused to let him go
He did mention he is bipolar. You’re right, he didn’t go much into it but maybe it was too much for him to discuss at the time. Addiction is a deep disease. Bipolar disorder is very complex and people with this disorder tend to be impulsive. Everyone has a different story though. You have to understand that addiction in itself is a disorder (substance abuse disorder). There are some factors that make some more vulnerable but it isn’t always the case.
I just finished the book Beautiful Boy and I’m so happy to see him doing so well ❤️
The blond host is so moved by this interview.
Yes. I don't know why her voice is making me tear up
That’s George Bush’s daughter
I had just finished "Beautiful Boy" and I am now reading Nic's book, "Tweaked".... some parts are very disturbing, but it is a good book, I'm almost finished with it. It was nice to hear the voices, now when I finish reading, I will know what Nics voice sounds like and get a better feeling of it.
so happy he is in a much better place now. he deserves endless peace. beautiful book, beautiful film
It'd be nice to have have that feeling for anything back ( SIMPLE JOYS ). I was thinking about that yesterday.
he is a very lucky man to have a father like that..
I have the same relationship with my mum, I’m a alcoholic and 35 now things are better than they used to be, Also suffer depression, It’s a struggle that I have to live with till i pass.
Praying for you
We need other movies about the subject. So many young people dying daily of drug-overdose leaving legacies of sadness for years to come.
Such a great movie, he is lucky to have his dad love him n stand by him through this journey ❤
false. his dad is the reason he has issues. read tweak and it will be completely obvious. it's crazy his dad makes his son Nic do a tour just so the dad can be in the limelight.
I love these guys. I've read all the books but got frustrated reading it. I wanted to scream at him. I put the book down and picked it up again. I love you Nic xx
i just watched the film for the first time and it was so incredible and inspiring.
i read the book “tweak” when i was in jail and it really hit me hard made me want to change myself for the better.
Did anyone actually read the book ‘Tweak’ or ‘We All Fall Down’ ?
I have a tattoo of the books ‘We All Fall Down’ title. That’s how much these books have saved my life
I'm so glad he is clean and have read both their first books and followed this story a long time. I always can't help but think of all the people though suffering from addiction and mental illness who don't come from money, privilege and loving homes. I hope there are more books and resources that become available to help them.
Thank you so much for sharing your story Nic 🙏💕💕💕 Your dad truly loves you, it’s beautiful!
I hope bipolar disorder will have more awareness and people would be able to be diagnosed and treated. When you don’t know about this illness, you might try to heal it by yourself by using the wrong tools.
Nic!!! Omg you've come SO far and havr done so much. I met you at I believe Barnes and Nobles in Natick, ma at your book signing for Tweak. You and your dad helped me so much through your books and story. Can't wait to see the movie! Xo ❤❤
Impactful books and such an emotional movie lots of love to these two
Brilliant Interview. I admire these men for coming forward to share their story. Very inspiring. ☺
My son was so beloved by everyone, when I found out he was doing drugs and asked why, his answer was “he never felt like he belonged” I never understood that because he was so popular at school and so loved by everyone, I think that hurt me the most because I loved him so much and I know he loved me but for some reason in his brain it wasn’t enough
Just finished the book and wow, that was well written and powerful.
with all due respect and wishing for nick´s struggle to proceed until the very end of a long sober and fulfilling life this movie will not help you in any sort of way to kick the habit. Out of the million personal wars out there to become sober I only watched a movie so powerful that scared me so much when I was a teen that I decided never to do Heroin and that movie was/is Christiane F. The performance of the actors is amazing, but the story in itself portraits a privileged few with the luck to have a family with money and love to spend. My wish for the future is that filmmakers and documentarists will have the balls to make movies about the millionaire clinics that have in mind the profit and the ones with little and sometimes no money that actually show positive results.I wish for anyone reading this with a serious drug use (AND THERE ARE NO LITTLE DRUG USES) problem to get help as soon as possible. ONE DAY AT A TIME. Thank you, may God bless each and everyone of you.
This was a really nice interview.
"OUR PUBLIC RELATIONS POLICY IS BASED ON ATTRACTION RATHER THAN PROMOTION; WE NEED ALWAYS MAINTAIN PERSONAL ANONYMITY AT THE LEVEL OF PRESS, RADIO AND FILMS."
Well done, Nic! ❤
I'm currently addicted to fentynal I watched parts of this last night and it killed me thinking of how my mother must have felt over the years with my problems
Same story with alcoholic beautiful son..this was a tough read but so helpful..thank you....mom
The blonde interviewer sounds like she's choking and about to tear up. Perhaps she was in awe of the story. It's a very touching story, even I would be in awe when I meet them.
Dual diagnosis
(Mental health diagnosis/addiction)
So very common 🤔
I will definitely be buying this book. The others were great and I respect them so much. I really hope Nic is going to finally stay in recovery. I think his bipolar disorder diagnosis was a huge step in his recovery.
“Ridden” a book.
Val GarBar I thought I was the only one to notice this very dumb mistake hahaha
@@emmajohnsson7901 I thought I wrote this comment lol. Our names are almost identical
just the way david looks at nic❤️❤️❤️❤️
These people are heroes
The movie and book changed me forever
Contrary to the medical model definition of disease, I believe addiction is an unconscious attempt to relieve significant inner pain.
Thereby it's a symptom of psychological wounds that cause intense, unbearable/overwhelming discomfort for the individual (substances fulfilling the purpose of self-medication to soothe/comfort/distract). Although the problem itself isn't an individually-related issue... Even though it may be a single person within a family system who directly suffers from addiction, it is a family issue-a very reliable (often unmistakable) indicator of major family dysfunction-whether overt or covert.
This is something I propose based on nearly 50 years of research/study/clinical work, in which I've never met someone with a true addiction who had a healthy childhood. (Despite the fact that someone grappling with addiction might _think_ their childhood was "normal", and therefore wholistically healthy - before starting personal recovery)
I agree with everything said here except the giving up part. There comes a point when the loved one has to give up because their continued support fuels their addiction, like in the movie when nic calls his dad and asks to come home and the dad says I love you but I can't. I think a better phrase would be never lose hope they can get better because there is always hope but I think you defiantly have to give up trying to save them.
I agree. Like, I don’t think people should give up on them. But I do think there has to be a point where you say “No, I’m not picking you up”. “No, I’m not lending you this money”. “No you’re not crashing on the sofa” etc. But instead say “Hey, l’ll be there if you need help getting into rehab”. You have to think about your own mental health too and if you have other kids you also have to think about them. Of course, that’s easier said than done and I could imagine it would be really hard to say no to your child and wonder where they’re spending the night.
@@marianne5055 agreed. 100% agreed.. as someone with ex-addict parents and my own addiction struggles myself.
I loved this! Thank you for sharing ❤
i don’t like how much this reminds me of me
The movie was beautifully done and I am so happy to see that Nic is doing well and him and his father are so close 💕 never give up on the one you love
Just say no is better for parents to learn. NO dismissing things as harmless experimentation, NO to underage drinking, just NO.
teachers as well.
This is something that I feel very strongly about on drug & alcohol addiction. Since the 60's we have seen such a decline in the behavior of children, we have had 5 generations now of drug users from great grand parents to grand parents to parents to children, & now these children are becoming parents. The drugs started flowing in light at first, to pretty much out of control in a short period of time. By the 70's it was like a black blanket going across the US. Mental illness I think was the root, because you can't do the drugs & alcohol without doing some kind of brain damage, as they talk about it in the movie too. Drugs & alcohol has always been a part of history to a certain extent, but never at this kind of magnitude. In the early days of the US you didn't have time to mess around or you would fall by the waste side of starvation,succumb to simple diseases, & so forth, you had to work no matter what in order sustain your family. Now fast forward to the baby boomers, to the terrible 60's where drugs moved into the tune of hippy era, pot, LSD, meth,heroin,angle dust,mescaline, coke, so many, but now double that in today standards. The behavioral pattern in this society now is everything entitlement, & I want it free.. The poor children cannot cope anymore,there is no structure, no manners, & no respect, its been the perfect storm for a failed society a long time coming.
beautiful and brave boy really.......get so much addicted and realized and now sober for eight years and wrote a book........and this book will be so helpful to all those who got addiction of any drugs ........now lets talk why this addiction nowadays going on so common and so easily available.........all government must take quick action against it spread, its dealers so our young generations not get it so easily in street or wherever and secondly we discourage smoking as it is start of every addiction ......in movies we promote smoking it must be prohibited and those who stop smoking and are chain smokers government start some allowance of like 500 dollars a month for those who not smoke and bring one to two volunteers every month to quit smoking......this will help lessening smoking also.......
Well it was Reagan era that stopped funding public mental health and addiction treatments. So many resources gone. And private rehab is so expensive most never get there. Used to be, in my state, state run detox and 28 day rehab. None now. Just homeless shelters to keep those on the streets fed and not freeing in winter time.
So many people don't get that kind of support.
yeah, and the financial resources as well.
OMG, that movie makes me cry just thinking about it.
Those two should be drug counselors or have their own show! Really good speakers on the subject.
A Beautiful Boy is the best anti-drug PSA ever made.
I just watched the movie and it brought me some details about a hard life
And I though that the movie was great, also showed me That addiction by making a life so hard
I’m put faith in him 😇for 8 years too.
Just done watching this. It's a good story. For those people who use drugs or being addicted into it, you should all stop, it'll just ruin your life. Life is precious, so live it and be happy. So being proud of you nic. You did a great job! =)
ayem jen yeah um it doesn’t work that way; people can’t just stop like it’s an easy decision. It’s a real disease that has to be treated. If someone you knew had lymphoma would you tell them, “you should try to stop having lymphoma because your life would be so much better without it... do that please.” It doesn’t work that way. I suggest you educate yourself
@@ellena.8369 ofcourse, I know it's not that easy, like nic.. Some people can't just stop, and some have no plans to stop at all. I completely understand that. Well, i just wanna try to look in positive way, ya know.. I just wanna encourage them, and wishing them. One day.
My son, not an easy home life, divorce...I tried but failed.
He just disappears and then reappers when he wants to...I wish we had help..
Tracie Becker so sad 😭
just remember, no matter what's said after this *_1:15_**_,_* many kids {and many of those who are often unhappy} hear this as something worth trying, if it's _"the feeling i'd been looking for my whole life"._ In the movie he says: _"When I tried it, I just felt better than I ever had"._
That's quite an advertisement to the depressed. Whether intended or not.
Plz plz Nic don't fall again T_T
I love this it helps me this is phenomenal as I’ve never done meth but it keeps me from feeling the need to do so
dont donmeth but honesylu most people can dp drugs and not become addicted. Im yhe only in my group fo friends who vecame adficted and most tried all the drugs i did. most people who become addicted are briken inside one way or another. Eitger way dont do meth but uf yor good emorionally and have no paat trauma you p be fine
Beautiful Boy - John Lennon Song on Double Fantasy. Sheff interviewed John during the Summer of 1980 for Playboy.
Probably not a coincidence for the Movie Title.