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Cast & Crew

Paul A. Kaufman
Director
Mira Sorvino
As Marian
Mykelti Williamson
As Professor Dunn
John Kassir
As Billy
Annabeth Gish
As Doctor Jennice
Monte Markham
As Dr. Kaufman
Ravi Patel
As Doctor Bean

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Butter is a movie about a lonely and obese high school student named Marshall, who is tired of being bullied and ridiculed by his classmates. He decides to take drastic measures and announces that he will eat himself to death live on the internet on New Year's Day. As the day approaches, Marshall's plan takes an unexpected turn when he becomes popular in school and starts to connect with his classmates. Despite this newfound popularity, Marshall's mental health and self-confidence begin to deteriorate, leading him to question whether he should go through with his plan. The movie tackles themes of bullying, mental health, and the impact of social media on our lives. It also explores how our perceptions of ourselves and others can change over time, and the importance of seeking help when we need it. Butter is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged film that challenges viewers to think deeply about the complexities of human relationships and the fragility of life.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Butter include Beautiful Boy, The Whale, Palmer, Perfect Days, Aftersun, The Banker.