Movies: Mental health

Iman Dimalanta, a 21-year-old lymphoma cancer survivor, journaled all her thoughts through her entire cancer experience. With such a heavy topic, Iman provides a bright and uplifting energy to the screen. Her outlook on life and lighthearted, admirab...

In a world of online fame built on likes and lies, an aspiring star must uncover the darkness behind the lens—before it swallows her whole....

A movie musical about eating disorder recovery and overcoming perceptions of perfection. It follows the first couple of weeks of college for Gracie, a young woman who has (mostly) recovered from an eating disorder. As she attempts to forge a new iden...

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Boxed is a journey of man who relies on consumerism to fill his inner void as he descends into madness when his latest purchase - the ClapMaster - a tiny device to power lights with a simple clap, does not arrive on time. Things turn dark when a box ...

Thoughts, sometimes just numbers, reach us from offscreen almost like music, like a mantra or a prayer. What we see are circular fragments from familiar spaces: a mirror, a magnifying glass. A day like any other day: without medication, or perhaps be...

A young man and his therapist discuss the topic of his friend's suicide....

Sarah, a struggling 19-year-old, spends her nights addicted to short-form internet content. Her mental health spirals as she is unable to escape...

Documented through the lens of his best friend’s DV camera, a skater grapples with life and mental health in the interior and exterior....

Falling behind in class, a parent-teacher conference sends Caius down a pharmaceutical rabbit hole that impacts him for the rest of his life. As he grows, Caius must navigate the complexities of mental health treatment at a time when he's still disco...

Shadow tells the story of Mirage, whose love for his family deepens after a tragic incident injures his parents. Years later, their bond is tested when hidden truths emerge, throwing Mirage into inner turmoil...

When her essential government support is abruptly terminated, Mary’s fragile world shatters, leaving her teetering on the edge of despair. As her life unravels, she encounters a mysterious stranger....

The story follows a quiet, introverted girl Quinn who lost her mom and hasn't been the same since then. She retreats to her room, while her step-brother Mitch is loud, popular, captain of the football team, and always smiling. When Mitch decides to t...

When depersonalisation and derealisation detach them from reality, a young Thai art graduate and an anonymous Frenchman recount their experiences of feeling alienated and unsure of their existence....

Driving Mr. Blue is a short film exploring the emotional aftermath of a breakup. It examines the question, "Was it all for nothing?" through a character seeking refuge in dark spaces, where TV becomes a temporary escape from pain. The film delves ...

Three perspectives on loneliness, how it feels and how it can be survived: “If I could just dance with somebody once more.”...

Take a Break is a short film highlighting the urgency of pausing and breathing amidst life's pressures. It captures the essence of finding tranquility in chaos, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being....

Rat Brain is a documentary that highlights Dr. John D. Douglass and his team's research at Seattle Pacific University on chronic stress' neurological impact, striving to uncover its link to suicidal behavior. Their work navigates ethical dilemmas whi...

A young man grapples with imposter syndrome after accepting a job at Red Lobster....

Searching through Alex's videos reveals the secrets of his mental health......