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Mumford was a nice surprise to watch - I didn't know anything about it so had no expectations. However I am surprised that it didn't even get a release in the cinema in the UK - it certainly deserved it. The film manages to combine believable characters, a little suspense, some humour and romance. In fact it manages to get away from the usual Hollywood schmaltz whilst being true to the characters. Definitely worth checking out as it has a lot going for it.

Now here is a different kind of story: a very low-key guy (Loren Dean) pretending to be a psychiatrist in a small town.Dean does a fabulous job of portraying the soft-spoken, easy-going "shrink" and is so likable that he makes the film enjoyable.There are a few spots that drag on too long, such as a few scenes with Hope Davis' character but the "patients" as a whole are certainly interesting and varied. This is another one of those films that got much press, and undeservedly-so because it's pretty entertaining with a good cast. In addition to the above, we see Alfre Woodard, Mary McDonnell, David Paymer, Martin Short and Ted Danson. If you are familiar with those actors, you'll know why a psychiatrist is needed!

This is an odd and interesting film about a man who hasthe innate ability to listen to people. When he listens,people reveal their secret lives and take off their masks.This is the result of an almost Christ-like empathy thathe has. Yet, ironically, he himself doesn't want to facehimself.The film makes that point that we are who we think we are.It portrays Socrates' ancient motto "Know Thyself" in avery entertaining and intriguing way. The film seems totell us that genuine human connection is the best form oftherapy. A thoughtful and thought-provoking movie -- seeit if you can.