Question 1

What surprising real-life inspiration did director P.J. Hogan draw from for Mental?

Accepted Answer

P.J. Hogan said the film is autobiographical, based on his father having his wife committed and hiring a hitchhiker with a dog as a nanny, who turned out to be an escapee.

Question 2

What health risk did Rebecca Gibney face while preparing for her role in Mental?

Accepted Answer

Rebecca Gibney gained 20 kilograms for the role, putting her one step away from diabetes and insulin resistance, which led her to stop aggressive eating and use a fat suit.

Question 3

Why did Anthony LaPaglia miss out on a role in Django Unchained?

Accepted Answer

Anthony LaPaglia was offered a part in Django Unchained but wasn't told he got it, so he committed to Mental instead, only learning about the offer months later.

Question 4

Who plays the charismatic nanny Shaz in Mental?

Accepted Answer

Toni Collette plays the character Shaz, the charismatic nanny who transforms a family's life.

Question 5

What is the central premise of Mental?

Accepted Answer

A charismatic, crazy hothead becomes the nanny of five girls and transforms their family's life.

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