This 2-hour long movie brought me into deeper thoughts about life and reality. The movie itself is based on the real life experiences of Susanna Kaysen, who as a teenager was admitted into a psychiatric hospital for young women because she was diagnosed with so called "Borderline Personality Disorder".

As the movie unfolds, one may wonder if Susanna (Winona Ryder) should really be admitted into a psychiatric hospital as she isn't really insane though she suffers from a psychological disorder. Maybe it is a blessing in disguise as she slowly discovers herself with the help of her new-found friends there. Her friends, unlike her, are slightly more inclined to be mentally unstable. Together, they go through their daily lives at the hospital.

One of Susanna's new friends is Lisa (Angelina Jolie), who isn't exactly the most stable of people at times. She becomes the unofficial ring leader of this motley group of girls. Angelina Jolie is an excellent supporting actress as she really fits into the role of Lisa who is seductive and dangerous at the same time. She manages to bring some life into the plot as the pace slows towards the middle of the movie. As the show draws near to the end, there is a dispute between the friends and expectedly, this is the beginning of a new life for both Lisa and Susanna.

Overall, it is worth watching this movie especially when you need a break from those sloppy romantic ones. You will see the all-female cast playing different personalities in the psychiatric hospital, but each bring life to the other's world.