Manic (2002)

In lieu of prison, Lyle, a violent adolescent, is placed in a juvenile mental institution where he encounters a group of equally troubled teens. This motley crew—abused, sexually confused, violent, and yet hanging on by their grit and anger—becomes Lyle's last lifeline as he fights to find meaning in a world that seems to defy understanding.

Genres: Drama

What to watch after Manic

• Brick (2005) — Joseph Gordon-Levitt appears in both
• Mysterious Skin (2004) — Same subject: child abuse
• 500 Days of Summer (2009) — Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel appear in both
• Monster's Ball (2001)
• Zero Day (2002) — Same subject: troubled teen
• James White (2015) — Same feel: dramatic, emotional