Movies And Stigmatization Of Mental Illness

I would like to start by answering the question “Is it possible that movies perpetuate misconception and stigmatization of mental illness? I will say yes and no, because some of these movies portray real life happenings. For example, an article I read regarding this question, the media coverage of mass shootings and other tragedies has fed the longstanding public misconception that people with mental disabilities are prone to violence. This is not true because according to the U.S. Surgeon General, the overall contribution of mental disorders to the total level of violence in society is exceptionally small”.
Stigma leads others to avoid living, socializing, or working with, renting to, or employing people with mental disorders, schizophrenia