Mental
Dmitry is a psycho. This secret is safe with his therapist, and Dmitry has a high-paid white-collar job. His boss would be totally surprised to learn that Dmitry’s best financial forecast moves were guided by the voices in his head. Dmitry has several voices, each seems to be 100% real with own ambitions and personality. However, to stay sane, Dmitry has to constantly keep him imaginary population at bay and steer clear of new characters settling in. The permanent inhabitants include Dmitry’s ex-wife and her lover - both found dead in their bed. Dmitry sets to find their murderer in order to get rid of the couple, become normal and win back custody of his son.
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Plot Summary
In this darkly comedic drama, a devoted but overwhelmed mother of five begins to unravel under the strain of her family's struggles. As her mental health deteriorates, her husband makes a drastic decision to bring home a new woman to help manage the household, leading to unexpected and chaotic consequences for everyone involved.
Critical Reception
Mental received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its ambitious themes and Toni Collette's performance, while some found its tone uneven and its narrative occasionally jarring. Audiences were generally engaged by its exploration of mental health within a family context.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its bold exploration of mental illness and family dynamics.
- Toni Collette's central performance is widely lauded as a standout.
- Some critics found the film's shifts in tone to be occasionally jarring.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's honest portrayal of mental health struggles and the strength of the lead performance, though a portion felt the storyline could have been more focused.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived with a different cast and director before P.J. Hogan took over and Toni Collette was cast in the lead role.
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