John Callahan (Joaquin Phoenix) is passionate about life, throws dirty jokes and loves to drink. But after one stormy party, he gets into a terrible car accident. Paralysed, and after much persuasion, he finally starts attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, where he discovers his talent - John turns out to be a very talented cartoonist who is about to be internationally recognised.
This moving and witty drama from Oscar-nominated director Gus Van Sant (The Good Will Hunting, Milk) is based on true facts about the healing power of creativity.