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The Bottle and The Damage Done

DOCUMENTARY / 20 MIN

Two candid conversations, ten years apart, with Cauty's estranged uncle – a man who has been hopelessly in the throes of alcohol addiction for much of his adult life. 

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The original conversation took place in 2014, at a time when he was consuming two bottles of whisky—amounting to approximately three times the threshold for severe alcohol toxicity—every day. The film received over 1 million views on YouTube, and was incorporated into Cauty's feature documentary A Royal Hangover starring Russell Brand. A decade after their last meeting, Cauty revisited his uncle to see what, if anything, had changed about his situation. 

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"My hopes are that other drug and alcohol addicts, people in recovery, and the loved ones of addicts will find something of use here, whether that be understanding, hope or fortitude." - Arthur Cauty

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"A powerful documentary that is both emotionally challenging and deeply enlightening. The film’s raw honesty and unflinching portrayal of addiction make it a must-watch for those seeking to understand the intricacies of alcohol addiction and its impact on individuals and their families." - The Sober Curator​

The Bottle and The Damage Done

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