10 DAYS IN A MADHOUSE

Cinemavixion Review

Timothy Hines' "10 Days in a Madhouse" plunges viewers into the grim reality of late 19th-century mental healthcare through the daring investigative journalism of Nellie Bly. Portrayed with conviction by Caroline Barry, Bly's decision to feign insanity to expose the horrors within Blackwell's Island asylum is a compelling narrative device. The film, released in 2015, benefits from the presence of seasoned actors Christopher Lambert and Kelly LeBrock, who lend gravitas to their roles. While the film's IMDb rating of 5.7 suggests a mixed reception, its commitment to depicting the bravery of Bly and the systemic abuses she uncovered makes it a significant, albeit harrowing, watch. The film's limited box office performance of $14,616 indicates it may have flown under the radar, making this an opportune moment for discovery by audiences interested in historical dramas and true stories of courage.