Samaritans supported the film because of its themes, calling it "a compelling and moving work that will resonate with its audiences".
On the strength of its script the film won development money from the Wandsworth Film Office and Film London through the London Production Fund. Film London called it "a subtle yet forceful story sensitively portrayed."
On completion the film was awarded National Lottery funding from the UK Film Council through regional screen agency Screen South, who called it 'a thought provoking film deserving of a wide International audience.'
The British High Commission represented Director Mike Rymer when collecting his 2008 Golden Knight Award in Malta saying: 'This brings well deserved international recognition to efforts which highlight a serious issue affecting many. The British High Commission congratulates the production team on this fantastic achievement.'
Washington's DC Shorts festival blog said: Sick is a nonlinear but very powerful discussion of the multi-generational affects of depression. Difficult to discern at first, by the end the short completely resolves itself. Heartrending and universal, the strong acting and visuals make for a world where the audience is made to understand all that comes from depression and all that it means. Not so much about the story as about the message, it gives the audience a detailed glimpse at this particular 'sickness.'