Running with Scissors

"Running with Scissors" is a dark comedy-drama film based on the memoir by Augusten Burroughs. The movie follows Augusten as he navigates his challenging and eccentric upbringing under the care of his mother's unstable psychiatrist. As he struggles to find stability and meaning in his life, Augusten forms unconventional relationships with the people around him. The film delves into themes of family dysfunction, mental illness, and self-discovery.