Russell Brand was once an addict to alcohol, heroin, and other drugs. His journey of addiction is highlighted in his captivating documentary, which speaks volumes about the current British system for treating addicts. Through this eye-opening film, he passionately shares his honest opinions on how the system needs to be improved upon.
His life changed drastically following the death of Amy Winehouse, a friend of his at the time, who passed away from drug use. This tragedy made him realize he had to make a major change in his lifestyle. He was informed that if he kept up with his daily drug use, he would most likely end up dead or institutionalized within six months. To prevent that outcome, Russell Brand committed to sobriety and by the age of 27 -the same age at which Amy Winehouse died- he was clean.
This story shows how powerful addiction can be and explains why it is so crucial to find effective treatment for addicts. Russell Brand’s documentary does an excellent job showing how we can help those struggling with substance abuse issues by providing them with support and resources necessary for recovery. This film provides an intimate look into someone’s personal journey of overcoming addiction and should be watched by anyone interested in learning more about this important issue.
