Soleil Moon Frye, 48, shared with PEOPLE that directing the new documentary focusing on Aaron Carter and his family was an emotional journey for her. Titled The Carters: Hurts to Love You, the film uses archival family footage to delve into the impact of addiction and mental health struggles on the famous family. Frye expressed how deeply moved she was while sifting through the family archives, witnessing the challenges the children faced at a young age. She revealed feeling a personal connection to Aaron, having started her own career in the entertainment industry at a young age. Frye highlighted the universal themes of mental health and addiction explored in the documentary, emphasizing how many families can relate to these struggles. The two-part documentary premieres on April 15 on Paramount+.
The story is conveyed through a well-known family that many have grown up with, leading to a sense of familiarity among audiences. The filmmaker hopes the film will spark more conversations on mental health and addiction in households, fostering meaningful change and breaking harmful patterns. “The Carters: Hurts to Love You” will air in two parts, with the first episode premiering on April 15 on Paramount+. For assistance with substance abuse, contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP. For mental health support, text “STRENGTH” to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 for access to a certified crisis counselor.
