Mental (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2008, Mental is a notable film directed by Kazuhiro Soda.
What it’s about. MENTAL is a feature-length documentary that observes the complex world of an outpatient mental health clinic in Japan, interwoven with patients, doctors, staff, volunteers, and home-helpers, in cinema- verite style. The film breaks a major taboo against discussing mental illness prevalent in Japanese society, and captures the candid lives of people coping with suicidal tendencies, poverty, a sense of shame, apprehension, and fear of society.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Mental has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mental page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mental (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mental change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mental worth watching?
- Mental holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Mental released?
- Mental was released in 2008.