Nise: The Heart of Madness

Dr. Nise da Silveira emerges from prison determined to continue her pioneering approach in treating psychiatric patients at a hospital on Rio de Janeiro's periphery. She staunchly refuses to adopt the recent introduction of electroshock therapy for schizophrenics, which is met with derision from her peers. Undaunted, she takes charge of the neglected Occupational Therapy sector and embarks on a transformative journey that redefines traditional treatments. Through art, animals, and love, she sparks a quiet revolution, demonstrating the power of empathetic care and non-invasive methods in healing the human mind and soul.