A Retrospective Look at The Mentalist

A video essay on the television show, The Mentalist (2008-2013).


Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:26 - Procedurals
03:34 - What Sets The Mentalist Apart
05:27 - The CBI Team
09:25 - Patrick Jane
14:36 - Contradictions
16:08 - Character Consistency
17:54 - Choosing Good
19:15 - Red John
24:00 - Strawberries and Cream
28:17 - Bait and Switch
29:59 - Fan Theories
32:55 - Intention Matters
35:02 - Rating The Mentalist
37:49 - The REAL Red John
41:34 - Reveal Reception
47:56 - Jisbon
51:18 - Conclusion

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