Storyline

This tale of child abuse and and its deep psychological scars, based on a true story, follows Sybil (Sally Field), an introverted student living alone in New York City who suffers from multiple personality disorder. Haunted by nightmares of her past, Sybil starts seeing a psychiatrist named Dr. Cornelia B. Wilbur (Joanne Woodward). When Dr. Wilbur discovers Sybil has over a dozen different personalities, she becomes obsessed with uncovering her patient's tortured childhood in order to heal her.

Plot Keywords

student, psychiatrist, mother, doctor, sad, intense, shocking, inspiring, new york city, doctor's office, apartment, child abuse, mental illness, psychoanalysis, torture, trauma, rise, transformation, discovery, 1970s

Short Review

This movie is sad, suspenseful, and really gives insight on the world of schizophrenia. Definitely kept my interest despite being a 3 hour long movie. Just wish I could find somewhere to stream it!

Trailer

Streaming Service

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