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Cinemental

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Cinemental is a podcast about mental health and how it’s portrayed in cinema and television. What did they get right? What did they get wrong? And what do YOU need to know about mental health. Hosted by Jeffrey Jones (screenwriter and professor) and his brother Dr. Joshua Jones (psychiatrist), these two brothers tackle and all subjects such as depression, grief, anxiety, schizophrenia, even possession. They’ll discuss the triggers for mental health such as family drama, the role of stress, even mentorship. Cinemental is meant to start the conversation about mental health in a fun and entertaining way to let you know that whatever mental health issue you may be struggling with… you’re not alone.

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  • 080 Weapons

    080 Weapons
    Mar 24 2026
    What went wrong with Weapons—and what does it reveal about storytelling, trauma, and the monsters we choose to ignore? In this episode of Cinemental, a filmmaker and a psychiatrist break down why the title Weapons fails the movie, how communities actually recover from devastating events like mass shootings or disappearances, and why the film’s multi-perspective structure works better than you might think. We dive into the psychology of collective grief and what real healing looks like for a town in crisis, then pivot into craft—exploring how multiple POV storylines can still follow tight, satisfying structure when done right. And finally, we make the case for one of the most underutilized horror archetypes in modern cinema: the succubus. Why has such a psychologically rich monster been left behind—and what could filmmakers do with it today? If you’re into film analysis, screenwriting, horror storytelling, and the psychology behind movies, this one’s for you. 🎬 In this episode: Why Weapons is a weak title (and what a better one might’ve been) How towns realistically respond to tragedy and mass trauma Multi-POV storytelling that still feels clean and structured Why succubi might be horror’s most wasted villain 🧠 About Cinemental: A filmmaker and a psychiatrist break down movies through the lens of storytelling and mental health—what works, what doesn’t, and why it matters.
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    1 h y 17 m
  • 079 BUGONIA

    079 BUGONIA
    Mar 16 2026
    What happens when movies collide with mental health, conspiracy thinking, and delusion? In this episode of the Cinemental Podcast, filmmaker Jeff and psychiatrist Josh dive into the psychology behind delusional disorders, conspiracy theories, and the way films shape how we understand reality. Using the film Bugonia as a jumping-off point, the conversation explores the difference between Delusional Disorder and Schizophrenia, the role of fixed false beliefs, and whether movies themselves can sometimes reinforce dangerous or irrational ideas. Along the way, Jeff and Josh debate everything from Autism Spectrum Disorder and obsessive personalities to whether Flat Earthers are actually delusional — and what it really means to treat someone struggling with a distorted perception of reality. They also tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in psychology: the link between mental illness and violence, breaking down common misconceptions often reinforced by film and media. Later in the episode, the conversation shifts to filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos, the craft of acting, and the difference between actors who transform into characters versus those who bend characters to their own persona. And because this is Cinemental, the episode ends with a fun twist: a Top Five list of the silliest conspiracy theories ever invented. If you love movie analysis, psychology, and deep conversations about how storytelling shapes our understanding of the mind, this episode is for you. ⏱ Episode Breakdown 01:37 – Delusional Disorder vs Schizophrenia 07:39 – Jeff might have an obsessive personality 08:39 – Autism Spectrum Disorder 13:30 – Was Aidan Delbis taken advantage of? 18:54 – The Ending of Bugonia 21:45 – Can movies encourage delusional thinking? 23:46 – Michelle’s the Alien 27:13 – Are CEOs trained in kidnapping? 28:32 – How to treat someone with Delusional Disorder 30:14 – Are Flat Earthers delusional? 33:06 – The problem of free will 36:46 – Fixed False Belief explained 40:49 – Misconceptions about mental illness and violence 45:39 – Let’s talk about Yorgos Lanthimos 48:25 – There are two types of actors 52:57 – Top Five silliest conspiracy theories ever 🎬 About Cinemental Cinemental is a podcast where a filmmaker and a psychiatrist break down movies through the lens of psychology — exploring mental health, human behavior, and the deeper themes hiding inside the films we love. If you enjoy film analysis, psychology, storytelling, and thought-provoking movie discussions, make sure to subscribe. #Bugonia #oscarwinner #ConspiracyTheories
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    1 h y 7 m
  • 078 F1: THE MOVIE

    078 F1: THE MOVIE
    Mar 2 2026
    In this episode of Cinemental, we break down F1 as both a high-octane spectacle and a character-driven study of ambition under pressure. From its immersive racing sequences and razor-sharp sound design to its use of competition as thematic spine, we ask the big filmmaking question: does the craft support the character arc — or does the spectacle outrun the story? We analyze how the film structures rivalry, mentorship, and recovery after a crash not just as plot beats, but as thematic statements about identity and performance. Because this is Cinemental, we don’t stop at cinematography and editing rhythms. We explore how the movie dramatizes healthy vs. unhealthy competition, how it visualizes the elusive flow state, and whether its worldview is zero-sum or growth-oriented. Is the protagonist chasing mastery — or running from himself? When does “loving your edge” become self-destruction? We look at how elite performance films often double as psychological portraits, and whether F1 earns that depth beneath its IMAX-scale adrenaline. We also debate whether F1 is actually a good movie — structurally, thematically, and emotionally — and close with our Top 5 spectacle films that SHOULD have won Best Picture, celebrating cinematic experiences that delivered craft and impact but were overlooked by the Academy. If you love conversations about: • Theme vs. plot in sports films • Character want vs. moral need • Visual storytelling in action cinema • The psychology of high performance • Mentorship arcs in screenwriting • Oscar snubs and spectacle bias …this episode is for you. This is movies first. Craft always. But through the lens of what great films reveal about how we compete, fail, recover, and grow. 02:12 Topics of The Day 3:40 Healthy Competition 5:55 Unhealthy Competition 10:15 Was F1 A Good Movie 15:00 Exploration of Theme 17:30 The Flow State 22:00 Recovering From a Crash 26:00 Loving Your Edge 28:25 Mentorship 34:15 Crabs In A Bucket 36:41 The Zero Sum Game 43:31 Top 5 Spectacle Films that SHOULD Have Won An Oscar #F1Movie #FilmAnalysis #SportsFilms #Screenwriting #Cinematography #FilmPodcast #MovieDiscussion #FlowState #HighPerformance #OscarSnubs
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    56 m
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