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Directed by | Richard Lui |
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Cinematography | Eliana Alvarez Martinez |
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Music by | Maria Lineva |
Production company | Prisca |
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Running time | 87 minutes |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Budget | $1.5 million (USD) |
UNCONDITIONAL is a 2023 American documentary film from MSNBC/NBC News anchor and filmmaker Richard Lui. Seven years in the making, it profiles three families at the intersection of mental health and caregiving as they turn the corner, showing the power of relearning how to love.[1]
The film held its World Premiere at Universal Studios Hollywood on May 2, 2023. The documentary is the most widely distributed of 2023. It was released in select theaters nationwide through a theatrical community partnership of AMC Theatres, Universal Pictures and Deluxe.[2][3] It is expected to be qualified for the 96th Academy Awards.[4] The film was broadcast nationwide by distributor American Public Television,[5] and debuted on cable on MSNBC as the top-rated program in its time slot.[6]
On May 10, 2023, First Lady Jill Biden hosted a screening of the film at the White House, with the filmmakers, and cast, and military family caregivers in attendance.[7] The film was also honored with screenings at the United Nations and at the United States Capitol.[8]