"Girl, Interrupted" is a 1999 drama film directed by James Mangold and based on the memoir of the same name by Susanna Kaysen). The film follows Susanna Kaysen, played by Winona Ryder, who is admitted to a mental institution after attempting suicide. While there, she meets a group of young women with various mental illnesses, including Lisa, played by Angelina Jolie, who becomes her closest friend. The film explores the relationships between the women and their struggles with mental illness, as well as the societal attitudes towards mental health in the late 1960s).

The films supporting cast includes Brittany Murphy, Jared Leto, Clea Duvall, Elizabeth Moss, Jeffrey Tambor, Whoopi Goldberg, and Vanessa Redgrave. Angelina Jolie won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the film).

The film has been praised for its performances, particularly those of Ryder and Jolie, as well as its portrayal of mental illness and the stigma surrounding it). However, some critics have criticized the films screenplay for lacking self-reflection in the dialogue and for containing little character development).

Overall, "Girl, Interrupted" is a powerful and moving film that explores the complexities of mental illness and the societal attitudes towards it. It features strong performances from its cast and has been widely acclaimed since its release in 1999).