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Mental
2020·Show
·8Episodes in1Season·
Mental fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos9
- Coming of Age9
- Melancholy7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Cringe Humor4
- Dark Humor3
World
The mind, everyday modern life, and growing up
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters, performances, and dialogue
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, everyday modern life, and growing up
Its world is built around the mind, everyday modern life, and growing up.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological10Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters, performances, and dialogue
The characters, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Nico is a 16 year old girl who has in her head a chaos in which she can no longer orient herself, made of anxiety attacks, visions and voices that speak to her. After a hallucinatory episode, she is taken in charge by a psychiatric clinic with the diagnosis of schizophrenia and there she meets Michele, Emma and Daniel. The four boys form a group and face together a difficult, but fundamental, path towards self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
Mental Health DramaComing-of-AgePsychological ExplorationCharacter-drivenEmotional JourneySelf-DiscoveryYouth StrugglesEmpathetic PortrayalRealistic PortrayalHopeful Resilience
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Questions about Mental
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mental worth watching?
38
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 6%, and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mental rated?
Strong languageSuicide themesDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: strong language, suicide themes, and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Mental have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 8 episodes and is still in production.
Do critics and audiences agree on Mental?
Critics23
Audiences74
Not quite. Audiences rate Mental higher (74) than critics (23). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
When did Mental air?
S1
It started in 2020 and is still in production.
What language is Mental in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.
What tropes does Mental use?
Really Gets AroundTrans Equals GayMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneWanted a Gender-Conforming ChildBig Brother InstinctLipstick LesbianRefuge in AudacityPunny NameAmbiguous Gender
TV Tropes lists 9 storytelling tropes for Mental, including Really Gets Around, Trans Equals Gay, Maybe Magic, Maybe Mundane.