Cracked Up
Originally released in 2019. Cracked Up is a documentary film. directed by Michelle Esrick.
Starring Darrell Hammond, Lorne Michaels, and Steve Higgins
Synopsis
In Cracked Up we witness the effects adverse childhood experiences can have across a lifetime through the incredible story of actor, comedian, master impressionist and Saturday Night Live veteran, Darrell Hammond. Behind the scenes Darrell suffered from debilitating flashbacks, self injury, addiction and misdiagnosis, until the right doctor isolated the key to unlocking the memories his brain kept locked away for over 50 years. Cracked Up, director Michelle Esrick, creates an inspiring balance between comedy and tragedy helping us understand the impact of toxic stress and childhood trauma in a new light, breaking down barriers of stigma and replacing shame with compassion and hope.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 13, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Abramorama
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cracked Up about?
In Cracked Up we witness the effects adverse childhood experiences can have across a lifetime through the incredible story of actor, comedian, master impressionist and Saturday Night Live veteran, ...
Who directed Cracked Up?
Cracked Up was directed by Michelle Esrick.
How long is Cracked Up?
Cracked Up has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Cracked Up released?
Cracked Up was released on September 13, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cracked Up?
The main cast of Cracked Up includes Darrell Hammond, Lorne Michaels, Steve Higgins, Bessel van der Kolk, Whoopi Goldberg.