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How film portrays mental illness

On The Point, we talk about how mental health is portrayed in films. How accurate is Hollywood in depicting characters with mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD and Schizophrenia? What films get it right?
Film critic Tim Miller joins our panel of mental health experts to discuss the topic, and we take calls from listeners. Mindy Todd hosts.

 

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Mindy Todd is the host and producer of <i>The Point</i> on WCAI which examines critical issues for Cape Cod and the Islands. She brings more than 40 years of experience in radio and television to WCAI.