Cognitive
Seen it?2019 | 14 min | Drama
Monday Morning Maybeearly ratingWhy it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- One for anyone who loves a strong drama. Best on a quiet night when you're in the mood to feel something.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 14 min. An easy one to fit in on a school night.
- What might put you off
- Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.
The story follows a gay man as he confronts the psychological trauma and homophobic conditioning inflicted by his strict religious upbringing. Through painful self-reckoning, he fights to overcome spiritual abuse, dismantle ingrained guilt, and reclaim his identity and mind.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Mat Hayes
- Mat HayesDavid
- Daniel RobaireJonathan
- Jessalyn GilsigReverend Wynn
- Erica TazelNurse Alisse
- Del ShoresBrother Elymas
- Zakary RisingerYoung David
- Jackie MahDr. Marston
- Shane AlmagorWebb
- Reed MarvinDavid's Dad