Cole also realizes that he remembers detailed outcomes regarding current events going on from his childhood, such as the boy in the well. This knowledge of the past is proof enough that Cole is sane and is indeed from the doomed future. She does this both through the fear of her life and the unrealistic scenario that Cole presents to her about the future. With time Cole is convinced that he is indeed insane and wants to stay with the doctor in 1996. At the same exact time Dr. Railly is the one who is convinced of Cole s reality.
Science is a work in progress.
What is generally considered reality in 2039, is deemed insanity in 1996. This type of question is extremely difficult to answer, without even knowing the person s personality. James Cole, main character in the movie 12 Monkeys, is often asked if he should be a considered a sane or insane character. According to the movie, my opinion is James Cole is a sane character. James Cole is looked as an insane man, because he mind gets messed with during his time traveling experience.