Man they casted that film so well.

Wow Timothee captured him perfectly.

I read Beautiful Boy years before I found myself living the same life with my OWN beautiful boy. It began in early middle school and we're struggling just for him to get out of bed and graduate high school now at 18. Please pray for my dear, sweet son's recovery. We are desperate for God's lessons in this trial and for our boy's life and his salvation. Thank you for so graciously sharing all of your raw pain.

I'm glad Nic is clean. I pray he stays that way.

I wish my Father looked at me the way David looks at Nic. What an amazing bond they have.

I met nic in treatment about 18 years ago. I also met his dad and stepmom and to this day still have a picture of his siblings on my fridge. I am so happy to see that nic got better and is doing well. My heart broke reading tweak and it all comes down(?) And if nic or David are reading this. I have never forgotten your family. All my love for you in 2020 sheffs

Being an addict in recovery & watching this movie.. it’s absolutely insane & brutal to think that’s what I probably looked like to people.. I acted in that manner.. I used for the same exact reason. It made me happy.. & the guilt and shame I felt from doing the bad things I’ve done didn’t matter because getting high would take it all away. I’m so glad I’m clean & not who I was 2 years ago. To those whom are still battling addiction but want to stop.. You can do anything you set your mind to. You have to want to stop. You HAVE to change your people,places, & things. Have faith in yourself. NEVER give up on yourself. There’s ALWAYS rain before a rainbow, right? You got this.. don’t let this sickness defeat you. You are SO much stronger.

At like 4:43 I literally felt like he was literally Timmy!!!

Jesus christ were they waiting for years with the script until Chalamet came around?

I just finished the movie, didn’t realize until the end that it’s based on a true story. The most powerful in this picture is the father’s love towards his son who is his EVERYTHING I wish I had a devoted and supportive dad like that. Well done Nic for staying clean and being an example for others

Nic and David are so intelligent and well spoken. I completely Agree with addressing the root causes. When I was in school and we had the just say no campaign we literally laughed because it was such a joke. We couldn’t relate to it. No one that I knew in school uses drugs just recreationally. Because if you were truly healthy in body and mind you don’t need drugs to feel exhilarated by life.

I’m really happy to know Nic’s story and I pray he continues with his recovery and he could inspire other youths to do the same.

casting director deserve an oscar

This story, like many stories involving drugs, is not just about drugs. It's about mental health, too. 5:59.

While watching the movie with my eyes glued to my laptop's screen, there were two words that I was constantly mumbling all the time - 'please don't'. I knew Nick was too precious and was just fearfully anticipating a gruesome and heart crushing end from the very beginning. I was so freaking relieved when Nick survived that overdose. I knew he had a much larger purpose in his beautiful life and that this wasn't 'it'. I hope he stays happy forever and lives a long life. Also I am a HUGE fan of Timothee and after watching the movie I can confidently say that he truly captured the essence of Nick and his memoir.

Started rehab this week. I just watched this movie today. I am thankful. This story is so many of us. I'm glad he is doing well and has great family around him.

My heart goes out to anyone struggling with addiction and anyone who loves an addict

Found this at the point of hopelessness... It's given me hope. The fact that he's alive and there by his dad brought me to my knees.

timothee literally was nic watching these interviews it’s crazy

I'm going to a book signing and talk on the 11th with David and Nic. Will watch the film before. Brother died of heroin in 2013. Maybe find some closure.

Joy in the simple things!!! I've got 9 months clean off heroin. And THAT PART right there... with surrendering my messed up mind and will to God on a daily basis has really given me a life again.

I just finished the movie and I’m binge watching everything related to i

the bond timothee and steve replicated was amazing. they’re all amazing

I just watched the film, and they really nailed it. Iit messed me up pretty good. Most drug scenes in movies are INCREDIBLY unrealistic. Almost every single aspect of the film was way way realistic. I have just over 3.5 years clean off heroin and meth. I was totally homeless and strung out on the streets of Portland for about 7 years, so this movie hit me HARD. Some parts I had to fast forward just a little bit, because of how real it felt. Took me right back to how I felt back then and it hurt. Never going back. Ever.

The only thing about this whole story that gives me chills is that many addicts don't have supportive parents. I have been battling addiction for over 30 years, been to rehab 7 times and have had a patches of sobriety. But as soon as i start doing well my parents dump a huge amount of pressure on me and tangle my head up with their problems. Before i know it i'm so stressed that i can barely function at all, then i start using again.

Yayyyyyy! Im so happy Nic got married! And he's actually smiling now! He looks so much better and he's actually making a little more eye contact with people so he's doing soooooo well. Keep on livin, Nic!

I PRAISE GOD NIC IS IN RECOVERY, WINNING ONE DAY AT A TIME. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU TO CONTINUE TO WIN THE DAY EVERY DAY !

I read Tweak when I was newly sober.. changed my life

Just finished watching this beautiful, raw movie. I'm happy Nic made it through, and is still making it through. I know many do not.

I am grateful to my God above first and foremost always and second only to Him, to my son: I am overwhelmed and filled with joy to announce that my beautiful boy received his 6 month sober & clean coin this month! Still and ALWAYS 1 day at a time. I believe in God, I believe in rehab and I believe in my son and family support. Thank you to all who have reached out here in great support. 🤗 🙏🏻

it warms my heart to see david stare so deeply into nic with acceptance when he talks. the pride he must feel for his son who overcame such hardships must be impalpable

As a fellow recovering crystal meth addict, this movie was so touching. I can't say I regret anything I've done in my life, it makes me who I am today and I personally did need to hit that bottom. What this movie does not show is how much worse Nic's life definitely was than was portrayed. It's the devil's drug. One day at a time staying sober.

Considering all that he’s been through, Nic looks and sounds like he still has so much vigor for life. Good for him!

Reading the book "Beautiful Boy" hit hard for me. I have an absent father and my mom is an addict. Alot of the things that had happened reminded me of my childhood living with an addict. I remember being very young taking care of my high mother and when she would randomly leave and not come back for a few days, like David Sheff did with Nic, I'd worry about whether she was dead or alive. Despite my mother still being an addict, I love her. This book has really helped me cope and understand the things that go on in my life. ❤

So happy he recovered and he's happy. To people struggling out there, you matter and fight for your beautiful life. Hugs and my best wishes

I just watched half of that movie in a recovery class. It touched my heart..

I hope that this family stays close and whatever stresses and emotional problems Nic had or still has he will continue to be able to cope with and continue to find something meaningful in life. What this father and son has to offer is valuable information, that many people may not know, on how to approach drug addiction.

Never have I quit trying to keep my son alive. I can't even imagine letting go. Ten years of opioid abuse, with the last two years smoking heroin.In and out of jail, prison and rehabs. Through all of it had I let go, had I continued to fight with him he would not be here with me today. Parents don't ever stop doing everything possible, because without you they surely will be gone.

I don’t know what makes me more emotional. The fact that the father stayed with his son and never gave up. Or the fact that he watched his son go from this happy child to a self destructive teenager.

I read Beautiful Boy. I am so happy to see Nic doing so well. Nic, I hope your life continues on its happy path. Blessings to you, your wonderful father and your family.

i just watched the film for the first time and it was so incredible and inspiring.

I read his book tweaked right when I got out of rehab and then beautiful boy. So glad he is still sober. We do recover!

It'd be nice to have have that feeling for anything back ( SIMPLE JOYS ). I was thinking about that yesterday.

so happy he is in a much better place now. he deserves endless peace. beautiful book, beautiful film

I just finished reading Beautiful Boy for my AP Lang class and we’re about to watch the movie. I’m literally in awe of them and how they overcame everything they endured. David and Nic, ur so strong and I admire ur relationship so much. Thank you Jesus for healing Nic and his his father, I pray that you keep them strong! 🥺❤️

I watched Beautiful Boy last night and was so moved. So glad Nic is clean.

I think it's really big of them to do what they do. They help a lot of young people - and their families.

I just finished the book Beautiful Boy and I’m so happy to see him doing so well ❤️

Drinking in 6th grade?! If your kid starts messing w/ substances that young, it's a sign that something deeper is wrong. Either they're trying to cope with prior trauma or are developing a mental illness most likely. The movie was great but didn't really address what issues lead him down this path. I don't buy that "some people are just addicts". If you wake up daily feeling good in the morning, you aren't going to use substances in an abusive way. Addicts use drugs to feel normal. The question is, why don't we feel normal at baseline?

Impactful books and such an emotional movie lots of love to these two

I've watched this movie twice already.. And as a father myself of two amazing now adult sons, I couldn't help but cry and feel the pain, David was feeling in the movie. Although I really can't fathom the thought of what it must of been like watching your own son slowly killing himself... I am very thankful that my two sons did not fall into drug use... They have admitted to me that they have tried various kinds of drugs when they were teenagers, but it was nothing that they expected or desired as far as what they are intended for. They said that they actually hated the effects from them. I'm so glad to know that, Nic overcame his addiction and has managed to survive and live a fruitful and happy life.

Takes so much strength to stay sober. Stay strong Nic!

Brilliant Interview. I admire these men for coming forward to share their story. Very inspiring. ☺

Nic!!! Omg you've come SO far and havr done so much. I met you at I believe Barnes and Nobles in Natick, ma at your book signing for Tweak. You and your dad helped me so much through your books and story. Can't wait to see the movie! Xo ❤❤

I'm so glad he is clean and have read both their first books and followed this story a long time. I always can't help but think of all the people though suffering from addiction and mental illness who don't come from money, privilege and loving homes. I hope there are more books and resources that become available to help them.

Such a great movie, he is lucky to have his dad love him n stand by him through this journey ❤

I am so glad Nic is clean. Thank you Nic for being courageous enough to share your story...

Just finished the book and wow, that was well written and powerful.

I love these guys. I've read all the books but got frustrated reading it. I wanted to scream at him. I put the book down and picked it up again. I love you Nic xx

Tell yourself that you are a beautiful boy/girl. Tell yourself that you are worth everything. Everything.

I loved this! Thank you for sharing ❤

Same story with alcoholic beautiful son..this was a tough read but so helpful..thank you....mom

I had just finished "Beautiful Boy" and I am now reading Nic's book, "Tweaked".... some parts are very disturbing, but it is a good book, I'm almost finished with it. It was nice to hear the voices, now when I finish reading, I will know what Nics voice sounds like and get a better feeling of it.

The movie was beautifully done and I am so happy to see that Nic is doing well and him and his father are so close 💕 never give up on the one you love

Thank you so much for sharing your story Nic 🙏💕💕💕 Your dad truly loves you, it’s beautiful! I hope bipolar disorder will have more awareness and people would be able to be diagnosed and treated. When you don’t know about this illness, you might try to heal it by yourself by using the wrong tools.

i read the book “tweak” when i was in jail and it really hit me hard made me want to change myself for the better.

We need other movies about the subject. So many young people dying daily of drug-overdose leaving legacies of sadness for years to come.

This was a really nice interview.

The blond host is so moved by this interview.

I have the same relationship with my mum, I’m a alcoholic and 35 now things are better than they used to be, Also suffer depression, It’s a struggle that I have to live with till i pass.

"OUR PUBLIC RELATIONS POLICY IS BASED ON ATTRACTION RATHER THAN PROMOTION; WE NEED ALWAYS MAINTAIN PERSONAL ANONYMITY AT THE LEVEL OF PRESS, RADIO AND FILMS." Well done, Nic! ❤

Just watched it I almost cried 😢

They are amazing

he is a very lucky man to have a father like that..

OMG, that movie makes me cry just thinking about it.

I love this it helps me this is phenomenal as I’ve never done meth but it keeps me from feeling the need to do so

A great interview

I'm currently addicted to fentynal I watched parts of this last night and it killed me thinking of how my mother must have felt over the years with my problems

I just watched the movie and it brought me some details about a hard life And I though that the movie was great, also showed me That addiction by making a life so hard I’m put faith in him 😇for 8 years too.

My son was so beloved by everyone, when I found out he was doing drugs and asked why, his answer was “he never felt like he belonged” I never understood that because he was so popular at school and so loved by everyone, I think that hurt me the most because I loved him so much and I know he loved me but for some reason in his brain it wasn’t enough

Heartbreaking movie!

The movie and book changed me forever

I will definitely be buying this book. The others were great and I respect them so much. I really hope Nic is going to finally stay in recovery. I think his bipolar disorder diagnosis was a huge step in his recovery.

just the way david looks at nic❤️❤️❤️❤️

I just watched the film wow what an inspirational but incredibly painful story. Hats of to such a beautiful father that never gave up the fight for he’s son. So glad your alive Nic 🙏 and now able to be a great inspiration to others. Thank you for sharing & the amazing work your both doing. I agree the comments on root cause & relationship to what happening at home/family dynamics.

i don’t like how much this reminds me of me

Love them💗

beautiful and brave boy really.......get so much addicted and realized and now sober for eight years and wrote a book........and this book will be so helpful to all those who got addiction of any drugs ........now lets talk why this addiction nowadays going on so common and so easily available.........all government must take quick action against it spread, its dealers so our young generations not get it so easily in street or wherever and secondly we discourage smoking as it is start of every addiction ......in movies we promote smoking it must be prohibited and those who stop smoking and are chain smokers government start some allowance of like 500 dollars a month for those who not smoke and bring one to two volunteers every month to quit smoking......this will help lessening smoking also.......

i absolutely love this movie 🥺

Excellent audio balancing at 6:39

Just done watching this. It's a good story. For those people who use drugs or being addicted into it, you should all stop, it'll just ruin your life. Life is precious, so live it and be happy. So being proud of you nic. You did a great job! =)

with all due respect and wishing for nick´s struggle to proceed until the very end of a long sober and fulfilling life this movie will not help you in any sort of way to kick the habit. Out of the million personal wars out there to become sober I only watched a movie so powerful that scared me so much when I was a teen that I decided never to do Heroin and that movie was/is Christiane F. The performance of the actors is amazing, but the story in itself portraits a privileged few with the luck to have a family with money and love to spend. My wish for the future is that filmmakers and documentarists will have the balls to make movies about the millionaire clinics that have in mind the profit and the ones with little and sometimes no money that actually show positive results.I wish for anyone reading this with a serious drug use (AND THERE ARE NO LITTLE DRUG USES) problem to get help as soon as possible. ONE DAY AT A TIME. Thank you, may God bless each and everyone of you.

Contrary to the medical model definition of disease, I believe addiction is an unconscious attempt to relieve significant inner pain. Thereby it's a symptom of psychological wounds that cause intense, unbearable/overwhelming discomfort for the individual (substances fulfilling the purpose of self-medication to soothe/comfort/distract). Although the problem itself isn't an individually-related issue... Even though it may be a single person within a family system who directly suffers from addiction, it is a family issue-a very reliable (often unmistakable) indicator of major family dysfunction-whether overt or covert. This is something I propose based on nearly 50 years of research/study/clinical work, in which I've never met someone with a true addiction who had a healthy childhood. (Despite the fact that someone grappling with addiction might _think_ their childhood was "normal", and therefore wholistically healthy - before starting personal recovery)

Dual diagnosis (Mental health diagnosis/addiction) So very common 🤔

Cool nick keep it up brother

The blonde interviewer sounds like she's choking and about to tear up. Perhaps she was in awe of the story. It's a very touching story, even I would be in awe when I meet them.

I agree with everything said here except the giving up part. There comes a point when the loved one has to give up because their continued support fuels their addiction, like in the movie when nic calls his dad and asks to come home and the dad says I love you but I can't. I think a better phrase would be never lose hope they can get better because there is always hope but I think you defiantly have to give up trying to save them.

Beautiful Boy - John Lennon Song on Double Fantasy. Sheff interviewed John during the Summer of 1980 for Playboy. Probably not a coincidence for the Movie Title.

Plz plz Nic don't fall again T_T

This is something that I feel very strongly about on drug & alcohol addiction. Since the 60's we have seen such a decline in the behavior of children, we have had 5 generations now of drug users from great grand parents to grand parents to parents to children, & now these children are becoming parents. The drugs started flowing in light at first, to pretty much out of control in a short period of time. By the 70's it was like a black blanket going across the US. Mental illness I think was the root, because you can't do the drugs & alcohol without doing some kind of brain damage, as they talk about it in the movie too. Drugs & alcohol has always been a part of history to a certain extent, but never at this kind of magnitude. In the early days of the US you didn't have time to mess around or you would fall by the waste side of starvation,succumb to simple diseases, & so forth, you had to work no matter what in order sustain your family. Now fast forward to the baby boomers, to the terrible 60's where drugs moved into the tune of hippy era, pot, LSD, meth,heroin,angle dust,mescaline, coke, so many, but now double that in today standards. The behavioral pattern in this society now is everything entitlement, & I want it free.. The poor children cannot cope anymore,there is no structure, no manners, & no respect, its been the perfect storm for a failed society a long time coming.