Tag: Mental health
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‘The Haunting of Hill House’: The Reality of Mental Illness through Fictional Horror
“The Haunting of Hill House” isn’t your typical horror story. Based on a novel by Shirley Jackson, Netflix’s masterpiece and limited horror series takes you on a emotional rollercoaster ride, by turning our perception of mental illness on its head. It’s an unforgettable story about a loveable family, who grapples with tragedy and love after…
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Boiling Point (2021): A Brilliant One-Shot Film About Mental Health in the Hospitality Industry
An impressive narrative structure, a perfect use of the continuous shot technique, and great interpretations make “Boiling Point” one of the best films of 2021.
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Dear Evan Hansen: Great Songs, Questionable Implications!
I first saw Dear Evan Hansen on the Broadway stage. Apparently, I was so blown away by the magic of theater that I didn’t pick up on the questionable dynamics. The story’s clumsy handling in the movie brought those issues to light.
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How The Suicide Squad’s Polka-Dot Man Helped My Anxiety
The Suicide Squad’s Polka-Dot Man aka Abner Krill, played by David Dastmalchian, helped me come to terms with my own issues of anxiety.
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In ‘Ammonite,’ an Aching and Incomplete Love Story
Kate Winslet and Saorise Ronan deliver stellar performances in a film that doesn’t live up to its potential.
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A gay ice skating anime made me believe in love again
‘Yuri!!! on Ice’ turned queerbaiting on its head and gave me hope when I needed it the most.