Escaping the Madhouse: The Nellie Bly Story

In this gripping historical drama, Christina Ricci stars as the pioneering journalist Nellie Bly, who daringly goes undercover to expose the brutal conditions of a women’s mental asylum in the late 19th century. The film, directed by Karen Moncrieff, vividly portrays Bly’s courageous journey and the harrowing experiences she endures while institutionalized. With a strong supporting performance by Judith Light, the movie highlights the power of investigative journalism and the fight for social justice. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.