Marvel Studios directorJames Gunnhas opened up about his struggles with addiction and mental health in a new interview.

However, ithasn’t all been smooth sailing for Gunnover the years.

I was an alcoholic as a young person, and a drug addict.

James Gunn

I went through a number of crazy years.

The director has been open about his personal struggles in the past.

It still can be a struggle, mentally.

James Gunn in front of Creatures Commandos

But life is difficult enough without me making it more difficult.

This is not the first time Gunn has cited creativity and entertainment as his saving grace.

But they’re learning, one step at a time."

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“They are me.

We are Groot.”

You are not alone."

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