
Mental Health
Reviews
Master of None
Master of None covers mental health with a mix of humor and sensitivity. While early seasons used mental health more as comic relief, the final season takes a genuine turn, focusing on real issues. The portrayal, though uneven, still adds depth to its characters' journeys.
High Fidelity
High Fidelity shines in its exploration of emotional wellness through intricate storytelling. It effectively depicts the ups and downs of mental health, though it leans heavily on relationships as the sole factor in wellbeing, missing a more holistic mental health representation.
Lady Bird
While Lady Bird largely shines in its authentic storytelling, it falls a bit short in its portrayal of mental health. While it touches on themes of identity and familial pressure, it doesn't delve deeply into mental health issues or provide substantial resources for those who might relate to the characters’ struggles.
The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club does an admirable job of highlighting teenage angst and the various pressures young people face. The film takes us inside the minds of its characters, showcasing their vulnerabilities without turning them into caricatures.
The King of Staten Island
The film touches on themes of grief, anxiety, and the pressures of adulthood, but it does so through a lens of comedy. While some may argue that this approach trivializes the struggles faced by those dealing with mental health, it’s important to appreciate the way Davidson uses humor to cope and connect.
American Fiction
American Fiction is a powerful exploration of mental health wrapped in an engaging storyline. With deep character arcs, this film takes us on a heartfelt journey through love, loss, success, and pain, making it a must-watch.