19 Films Featuring Diverse Mental Health Stories
19 titles
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Abducted in Plain SightMovie · 2017 · 91m · Documentary, CrimeA family becomes ensnared by the seemingly friendly neighbor, who ultimately kidnaps their teenage daughter. This terrifying ordeal happens not once, but twice.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5 - 2
Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part III: RebellionMovie · 2013 · 117m · Mystery, Animation, FantasyAfter Madoka sacrificed herself to save all magical girls from a terrible fate – erasing the witches from existence – despair now takes the form of creatures called nightmares. Homura Akemi, a magical girl, continues her solitary fight, hoping for the day she can see Madoka smile again.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7 - 3
Single White FemaleMovie · 1992 · 107m · Thriller, HorrorAllison Jones, a stylish Manhattan fashion designer with a comfortable life, has everything she wants. Her world shifts when she discovers her boyfriend Sam is cheating. Seeking a fresh start, she tries to manage her rent-controlled apartment on her own, but struggles to afford the expenses.
To solve her financial problems, Allison posts a classified ad looking for a roommate. Adjusting to sharing her space, she learns about trust, compromise, and herself, forming surprising connections along the way. This journey of healing helps Allison redefine what's important and discover a more rewarding life than she ever anticipated.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 4
AKA Jane RoeMovie · 2020 · 81mThis film explores the life of Norma McCorvey, known as "Jane Roe," the woman at the center of the 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court case that legalized abortion across the United States. The documentary reveals the secrets McCorvey kept private for decades.IMDb 6.9TMDB 4.6 - 5
GattacaMovie · 1997 · 107m · Thriller, Science Fiction, MysteryIn a near-future dystopia obsessed with genetic perfection, Vincent Santoro (Ethan Hawke) is a natural-born "Invalid" in a world of engineered people. Driven by a burning desire to travel to space, he makes a daring plan: to assume the identity of Jerome Morrow (Uma Thurman), a genetically perfect executive at the elite Gattaca Aerospace Corporation. Through careful planning and relentless resolve, Vincent infiltrates the corporation, navigating a complex web of lies to achieve his dream of reaching the stars. The film examines themes of identity, ambition, and the repercussions of striving for perfection in a tightly controlled society where individual freedom is nearly nonexistent.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6 - 6
Descendants 3Movie · 2019 · 106m · Family, TV Movie, AdventureThe children of Disney's most notorious villains head back to the Isle of the Lost. Their mission: to find and persuade a new group of villainous kids to attend Auradon Prep with them.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.7 - 7
Gone GirlMovie · 2014 · 149m · Mystery, Thriller, DramaWhen his wife vanishes and the media swarms to the story, a man finds himself under suspicion. The intense public scrutiny suggests he may be involved in her disappearance.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 8
VincentMovie · 1982 · 6mVincent Malloy is captivated by the work of Vincent Price and immerses himself in dark fantasies, much to his mother's dismay.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9 - 9
Who Framed Roger RabbitMovie · 1988 · 104m · Fantasy, Animation, ComedyIn a city where animals and humans live together, Roger, a popular cartoon character, suspects his wife Jessica is cheating on him. His studio hires Eddie Valiant, a hard-boiled detective who investigates cartoons, to find out the truth. The investigation takes a dangerous turn when a wealthy businessman is murdered, and Roger becomes the main suspect. What began as a marital problem becomes a complex case that challenges Eddie's beliefs and forces him to question what is real. This exciting story blends humor with suspense, exploring themes of trust and deception in a world where animation meets reality.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 10
BedbugMovie · 2014 · 7mA young girl attempts to record evidence of a creature lurking beneath her bed, all while trying to protect herself from her mother's controlling boyfriend.IMDb 4.0 - 11
Ready Player OneMovie · 2018 · 140m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionAfter the death of the video game system's creator, a virtual competition is launched to determine the winner of his estate.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.6 - 12
The BossMovie · 2016 · 91m · ComedyA powerful businesswoman goes to prison for insider trading. Upon her release, she aims to reinvent herself as a beloved American figure. However, those she harmed are unwilling to easily forgive her.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.8 - 13
Descendants 2Movie · 2017 · 111m · Family, Fantasy, TV MovieFeeling overwhelmed by expectations of royalty, Mal returns to the Isle of the Lost. There, her rival Uma, the daughter of Ursula, has seized power as the island's new queen.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.3 - 14
Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: BeginningsMovie · 2012 · 131m · Thriller, Animation, FantasyMadoka Kaname, a typical middle school student, and her close friend Sayaka Miki are presented with an opportunity to have their heart's desire fulfilled by the enigmatic Kyubey. They become magical girls tasked with battling witches. But Homura Akemi, another magical girl, is determined to prevent Madoka from embracing this destiny, no matter the cost. *Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings* recounts the initial episodes of the television anime series.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 15
Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part II: EternalMovie · 2012 · 109m · Thriller, Animation, FantasyAfter uncovering a devastating truth about the fate of magical girls, one by one they meet tragic ends. Amidst this destruction, Homura Akemi remains the sole fighter. *Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part II: Eternal* recounts the latter half of the television anime series.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5 - 16
The SenderMovie · 1982 · 91m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionA character struggles with the unwanted ability to read minds. He can't control his thoughts, and his dreams and visions leak out, invading the consciousness of those around him. As people grapple with these strange intrusions, they start to doubt what's real. The film explores the pain of having such a power, the difficulty in distinguishing dreams from reality, and the burden of extraordinary abilities.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.6 - 17
Money MonsterMovie · 2016 · 99m · Thriller, DramaFinancial television host Lee Gates and his producer Patty face a crisis when an angry investor seizes control of their studio.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 18
FyreMovie · 2019 · 98m · DocumentaryHe promised glamorous celebrities and luxury, but the reality was basic accommodations and simple food. This is the story of how one person's flawed planning led to a disastrous music festival.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 19
EncantoMovie · 2021 · 102m · Animation, Comedy, FamilyThe story follows the Madrigals, an extraordinary family living in a magical house within a vibrant, enchanted community called the Encanto, nestled in the Colombian mountains. The Encanto’s magic has granted special gifts to every member of the family, except Mirabel. When she discovers the magic sustaining the Encanto is fading, Mirabel, the only Madrigal without a gift, believes she may be the only one who can save her family's magical home.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.6
