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04-01-2022, 03:25 AM
https://www.looper.com/818308/the-untold-truth-of-the-mentalist/
BY KIRA DESHLER/MARCH 31, 2022 7:09 PM EDT
Sure, there are a good number of shows about psychics out there, but there are none quite like "The Mentalist." Created by British screenwriter and director Bruno Heller, "The Mentalist" follows Patrick Jane (Simon Baker), a former psychic and con man who begins working with the California Bureau of Investigations, or the CBI. Though Jane is not a "true" psychic, his keen skills in observation and hypnosis allow him to help the team solve crimes. The CBI team is led by Agent Teresa Lisbon (Robin Tunney), who has a rather combative working relationship with Jane.
While "The Mentalist" is certainly a procedural, an elaborate mystery and revenge plot runs through the entire series. Jane begins working with the CBI in the first place is after his wife and daughter are killed by a serial killer known as Red John, and his life mission is to hunt down and kill this elusive murderer. While Jane comes off as a charming, happy-go-lucky guy, his dark past and desire for revenge undergird everything he does, adding depth and complexity to an otherwise run-of-the-mill crime show.
Think you know everything there is to know about "The Mentalist"? Well, think again. We did a deep dive into the creation of the series and came up with some fascinating tidbits to satisfy your curiosity. Read on to discover the untold truth of "The Mentalist," but be aware — there are some major spoilers ahead.
BY KIRA DESHLER/MARCH 31, 2022 7:09 PM EDT
Sure, there are a good number of shows about psychics out there, but there are none quite like "The Mentalist." Created by British screenwriter and director Bruno Heller, "The Mentalist" follows Patrick Jane (Simon Baker), a former psychic and con man who begins working with the California Bureau of Investigations, or the CBI. Though Jane is not a "true" psychic, his keen skills in observation and hypnosis allow him to help the team solve crimes. The CBI team is led by Agent Teresa Lisbon (Robin Tunney), who has a rather combative working relationship with Jane.
While "The Mentalist" is certainly a procedural, an elaborate mystery and revenge plot runs through the entire series. Jane begins working with the CBI in the first place is after his wife and daughter are killed by a serial killer known as Red John, and his life mission is to hunt down and kill this elusive murderer. While Jane comes off as a charming, happy-go-lucky guy, his dark past and desire for revenge undergird everything he does, adding depth and complexity to an otherwise run-of-the-mill crime show.
Think you know everything there is to know about "The Mentalist"? Well, think again. We did a deep dive into the creation of the series and came up with some fascinating tidbits to satisfy your curiosity. Read on to discover the untold truth of "The Mentalist," but be aware — there are some major spoilers ahead.