'Memory': A Drama Exploring Trauma and Mental Illness

Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgaard Deliver Strong Performances in a Film Criticized for Its Handling of Difficult Subjects

The movie 'Memory' features Jessica Chastain as Sylvia, a recovering alcoholic and social worker, and Peter Sarsgaard as Saul, a man suffering from early-onset dementia.
Sylvia and Saul form an intimate bond that crosses professional boundaries, leading to ethical dilemmas.
The film explores themes of trauma, mental illness, and generational secrets, with Sylvia's past haunting her and Saul's mind rapidly failing.
Despite the film's heavy themes, it has been praised for the strong performances of Chastain and Sarsgaard.
The movie has been criticized for its handling of difficult subjects and for its ambiguous ending.