Canvas (2006 film)

Canvas is a 2006 American independent drama film written and directed by Joseph Greco. The film stars Marcia Gay Harden, Joe Pantoliano, Devon Gearhart, and Glenn Fitzgerald. It tells the story of Mary Marino (Harden), a woman struggling with schizophrenia, and her family's efforts to cope with her illness and maintain a semblance of normalcy. David Marino (Pantoliano), her husband, tries to balance his love for Mary with the needs of their son, Chris (Gearhart), while navigating the challenges of Mary's unpredictable behavior and the social stigma associated with mental illness. The film explores themes of family, mental illness, love, and the power of art as a means of expression and healing. Chris, a young aspiring artist, uses his drawings as a way to understand and process his mother's condition. The film received generally positive reviews for its sensitive portrayal of mental illness and strong performances from the cast.