Go to https://zocdoc.com/CINEMATHERAPY and download the ZocDoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. How do you repair trust after it’s been broken? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to the hero King Théoden from The Lord of the Rings and honoring the legend who portrayed him, Bernard Hill. They discuss conflict avoidance and where it comes from, and Jonathan shares his personal struggle with conflict avoidance. Alan geeks out about these films because they’re objectively the best films ever made… don’t fight him on it! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/@CinemaTherapyReviews Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/ What makes a relationship last? Do you like grand romantic gestures? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to and roasting the popular romcom, Anyone But You. They talk about why Bea and Ben don’t work and why their lack of communication creates unnecessary problems throughout the movie. Jonathan rants about all of the couple’s problems and the nonsensical plot reasons that keep them apart. Alan goes along on the rant and shares his confusion over the oddly good bits in an overall turd of a movie. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/@CinemaTherapyReviews Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get 50% off your first month of a monthly subscription with KiwiCo with code CINEMATHERAPY at https://www.kiwico.com/cinematherapy What does real heroism look like? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to the person who put the “glad” in “gladiator,” Hercules! They talk about the psychology behind the classic hero’s journey and why we always come back to those stories. Jonathan explains how Hercules and other heroes are just like us, and Alan talks about how a good character story doesn’t focus on what a character wants but what they need. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/@CinemaTherapyReviews Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you balance control and freedom in parenting? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to the family from The Croods. They discuss the family’s fears of everything new and how fear stifles their growth. Jonathan explains how the Croods family models present-day fear and control in parenting, and he shares how to encourage curiosity with healthy boundaries. Alan explains how subtle, clever filmmaking techniques serves the believable family drama between the Croods. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/@CinemaTherapyReviews Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Visit our sponsor SNHU and learn how you can get started with a Psychology degree! https://snhu.edu/cinematherapy How does anxiety help and hurt you? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to Inside Out 2, the whole movie this time! They discuss how becoming a teenager affects Riley’s emotions and what anxiety does to us. Jonathan shares how Anxiety’s message of “I’m not good enough” deeply affected him and how much that message comes up in therapy. Alan shares how Joy’s struggles resonate with him. And they both cry and curse Pixar. Watch our Inside Out 2 reaction AT PIXAR! https://youtu.be/h7Zhby0Yh-w Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/@CinemaTherapyReviews Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://zocdoc.com/CINEMATHERAPY and download the ZocDoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. What is the difference between leadership and manipulation? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at group dynamics in Galaxy Quest. They’re talking about how the actors turned heroes work through frustration, insecurity, and ego and ultimately learn to be humble and accountable. Jonathan explains how “manipulation” in therapy, filmmaking, and life is used for good, and Alan talks about the brilliant cast and crew behind what he thinks is the best Star Trek movie. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

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PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. Why are we drawn to stories about heroes? What is the power of storytelling? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are talking about trauma healing and the psychological power of storytelling in Kubo and the Two Strings. Jonathan talks about working through generational trauma and why it’s not always helpful to label someone as evil. Alan talks about the uniquely eerie and beautiful style of LAIKA Studios. And they both share the meaning of storytelling for themselves and for a wider audience. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/ Is Forrest Gump toxic… or not? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to Forrest Gump and question if elements of the film are toxic or not. In this series, they investigate if movie relationships claimed to be toxic really are and what “toxic” actually means. Jonathan talks about the portrayal of Forrest’s intellectual disability as well as the healthy and unhealthy aspects of Jenny and Forrest’s relationship. Alan shares poignant lines and scenes from the film that have touched him. #cryingwithalan Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you become a team player? What does expansive growth look like? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at one of their all-time favorite movies, Hot Fuzz. They’re asking if main character Nicholas Angel actually changes at all and if being a workaholic… works? Jonathan talks about how Nicholas learns to accept influence without changing who he is. Alan, noted Edgar Wright fanboy, explains how the tight script and distinctive editing style make this the smartest dumb comedy ever made. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

The first 100 people to use our code CINEMA40 will get 40% off of their first order with Hungryroot! https://bit.ly/3VKTVdX How do you be yourself amid social pressure? Why do stereotypes exist? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Disney Channel classic, High School Musical. They’re taking a look at being yourself in the face of social expectations. Jonathan talks about stereotypes and the dynamics of friendship. Alan points out legitimately good filmmaking elements of High School Musical, and they talk about why they unironically enjoy this movie. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://zocdoc.com/CINEMATHERAPY and download the ZocDoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. What is the difference between arrogance and confidence? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by Bryson from @Haminations to discuss Sokka from Avatar: The Last Airbender. They’re taking a look at his journey from arrogance and insecurity to confidence and humility. They acknowledge Sokka’s sexism, arrogance, and stupidity and how he changes… and how his imperfect and messy journey is relatable! Check out Bryson's channel Haminations: https://youtube.com/@Haminations Watch Therapist Reacts to Meet the Robinsons with Bryson: https://youtu.be/7ZjT9nRK7QU Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, Alan Seawright, and Bryson (Haminations) Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. Are Tom and Summer toxic… or not? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at (500) Days of Summer and question if Tom and Summer are toxic or not. In this series, they investigate if movie relationships claimed to be toxic really are and what “toxic” actually means. Jonathan talks about Tom’s immaturity and how it defines his failed relationship with Summer. And Alan talks about the mind-blowing miracle of love. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/ How do villains justify their motives? How does parenting affect your mission in life? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are tackling the villainy of Thanos from the MCU. While many people therapize Thanos himself, as a family therapist Jonathan focuses on the relationship Thanos has with his daughters, especially Gamora. Jonathan explains the purpose parenting serves in Thanos’s mission, and they both discuss his parenting philosophy. Alan describes the process of creating a completely CG character and why Thanos works so well. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis VFX by: Marie-Soleil Chabot Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you heal from childhood trauma? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Suzume, after falling in love with Makoto Shinkai’s Your Name. They talk about facing guilt and grief and finding connection and belonging. Jonathan explains the connection between recurring dreams and unresolved conflict. Alan talks about the Japanese mythology and real-world events that inspired Suzume. Just like Your Name, Alan falls in love all over again! With the movie, but maybe also with a yellow chair? Watch Therapist Reacts to YOUR NAME: https://youtu.be/WQUuMqB2XZg Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://zocdoc.com/CINEMATHERAPY and download the ZocDoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. How do friendships evolve as people change? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Monsters, Inc. and talking about growth, change, and friendship. They talk about the dynamics of Mike and Sulley’s relationship and what threatens it. Jonathan talks about the power of perspective taking, especially through a child’s eyes. And they reflect on the lovability of Pixar characters and storytelling. Kitty! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Storyboards by: Betsey Roundy Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Click my trainwell (formerly CoPilot) link https://go.trainwell.net/CinemaTherapy to get 14 days FREE with your own personal trainer! Are Andy’s friends toxic… or not? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are launching a new series called Toxic or Not, in which they investigate if movie relationships labeled as toxic are really toxic and what “toxic” actually means. They’re starting with Andy’s friends from The Devil Wears Prada: Nate, Lily, and Doug. Jonathan and Alan combine their therapy and filmmaking expertise to determine whether her friends are toxic or not. Watch Therapist Reacts to THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: https://youtu.be/8BoVPu2NGsc Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. Who do you think is the most evil ex? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Scott Pilgrim vs. the World… with a twist. They’re reacting to Ramona’s evil exes and ranking them from least worst to most worst. But Alan’s got a twist on the twist! And then Jono comes up with another twist!? As with every Edgar Wright film, they giddily react to the stylized and witty filmmaking. Jonathan explains what makes some of the exes so evil, and he talks about what’s going on with Scott. You can find Murder She Rolled (David & Alan's podcast) on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and here on YouTube @MurderSheRolled ! It's a bloody good time! Also, more sweary and sexy than this show. NSFkids. Ye've been warned! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Summer is coming! Be prepared with MeUndies. Get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping, at https://MeUndies.com/CINEMA. How do we honor and remember those we have lost? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Studio Ghibli’s newest film, The Boy and the Heron. They talk about Mahito’s grief and journey to acceptance. Jonathan shares his own experience grieving the death of his mother as well as looking back on life without regret. Alan shares his perspective on regret and his thoughts on Ghibli animation techniques. And they acknowledge Hayao Miyazaki being a master at work, even if they don’t fully understand the work. It’s kind of trippy! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/ What does trauma recovery look like? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Anastasia and discussing Anastasia’s journey through trauma and recovery. They talk about what it takes to face what you’ve been through head on and how Anastasia’s trauma journey is quite accurate. Jonathan explains what Anastasia teaches us about trauma, and Alan questions the head injury/memory loss trope in movies. They also question why this movie is rated G?? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. What are the traits of a healthy and loving family? Is Speed Racer the greatest sports film ever made? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at one of Alan’s all-time favorite films, Speed Racer. It’s a movie family (appreciation) therapy, celebrating a functional family through positive psychology. Jonathan evaluates the family’s healthiness using six points from the book, Character Strengths and Virtues: courage, humanity, temperance, justice, wisdom and knowledge, and transcendence. Alan goes on a filmmaking rant, but it’s a happy, emotion-filled rant. Crying with Alan, tears of achievement! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Take the stress out of keeping up with the issues affecting our lives by checking out https://ground.news/cinematherapy and get 40% off the unlimited access to the Vantage plan. How do you recover from being at your lowest point? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Godzilla Minus One and the themes of PTSD, survivor’s guilt, and failure. They talk about how it’s a Godzilla movie with all the smashy smashy big monster fun AND it tells a story about human connection and emotions. Jonathan talks about Kōichi’s immense trauma and how well Noriko helps him through it all. Alan talks about the impeccable acting and intelligent filmmaking on a smaller budget and how it won the Oscar (!!) for Best Visual Effects. So well deserved! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. How do you learn to have a healthy attachment style? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to Gru’s villainous story arc in the first Despicable Me film. They’re talking about Gru’s hurtful behavior from childhood trauma and how he arrives at a positive place. Jonathan explains Gru’s anxious avoidant attachment style, and he praises Steve Carell for convincing the filmmakers to lean into Gru’s evilness. And Alan wonders if this movie is actually about him. Is Alan Gru? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Save 20% on your system and your first month is free when you sign up for Fast Protect Monitoring. Visit https://SimpliSafe.com/cinema to customize yours! Try SimpliSafe risk-free. If you don’t love it, return it for a full refund within 60 days. Join us for a *spoiler free* discussion of the first 30 minutes of the film. I mean, there are spoilers, but only what's in the trailers. So, if you've seen a trailer, you're good. If you're a purist, go see the movie, then come back and watch this! How does becoming a teenager affect our emotions? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a field trip to Pixar! Yes, you read that right! A couple of months ago, Jonathan and Alan got to preview the first 35 minutes of Disney and Pixar's Inside Out 2 and talk to some of the geniuses behind the film. This time, they are the guests, and their hosts are director, Kelsey Mann, and producer, Mark Nielsen, of Inside Out 2. Together, they watch scenes and talk about the filmmaking process as well as the new Emotions who arrive on the scene as Riley enters puberty and navigates becoming a teenager. Inside Out 2 is in theaters starting June 14th! Go see it in a theater near you and tell us what you think in the comments! https://www.fandango.com/InsideOut2 Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do you reconcile personal passions with relationship needs when they conflict? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at famous movie couple, Mia and Sebastian, from La La Land. In this movie couples therapy episode, Jonathan takes on the controversy of their relationship and how 🚨 SPOILERS 🚨 they don’t end up together and why that’s okay. Gasp! What do you think? Alan shares a lot of filmmaking commentary for obvious reasons. It’s a love letter to Hollywood! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How does an actor get into the psychology of their character? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by a very special guest, Karen Gillan, to talk about her illustrious career and her approach to acting and filmmaking. They take a look at some of Karen’s iconic roles and some-lesser known: Doctor Who, Oculus, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, and The Party's Just Beginning. They talk about perspective taking in acting and the ultimate reason people choose to act. Karen shares her empathetic approach to understanding her characters and why acting is like tennis. It’s a great metaphor! Psychology of an Actor series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XgaAiWMYkLcBddC7QZXlhA Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. Why are many romcoms built on disrespect and cruelty? What’s your favorite 2000s romcoms? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are ranking more romcoms! This time, they’re taking a look at five romcoms from the 2000s and ranking from least to most healthy relationship. The movies are How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Return to Me, Sweet Home Alabama, and The Proposal. Jonathan talks about the stark contrast between contriving drama and modeling kindness and decency in romcom relationships. And while they dislike some of the scripts and plots, they have a ton of fun watching these movies. Watch '90s romcoms ranking: https://youtu.be/1lK1wnHYFZk Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

👉 To try everything Brilliant has to offer for free for a full 30 days, visit https://brilliant.org/CinemaTherapy/ or click on the link in the description. You’ll also get 20% off an annual premium subscription. Why do we put up a front when we seek to belong? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to Meet the Robinsons with guest and fellow YouTuber, Bryson from @Haminations. They talk about Lewis seeking adoption and struggling to be accepted. Jonathan explains the anxiety and desperation of seeking acceptance, and they all talk about the importance of being yourself to truly belong. And Bryson takes the therapy wheel and impresses us all! Check out Bryson's channel Haminations: https://youtube.com/@Haminations Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. Why do we lie? What happens when we lie? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at the complicated family in Mamma Mia! They’re talking about honesty and what happens to relationships when we lie. Jonathan explains Sophie’s tendency to lie, where that comes from, and why we all lie. They talk about the stellar cast, less than stellar singing, and why this bad movie is so dang fun to watch. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. How do you honor what your loved ones are passionate about? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are watching Ratatouille and reacting to the theme of telling the story of being an artist. For Remy, it’s through food and cooking, and they talk about how everyone has their own medium of art. Alan talks about the art of filmmaking, both from his perspective and genius director Brad Bird. Jonathan explains how finding your passion is foundational to loving and accepting yourself. And they come up with some wild theories about Remy’s psychosis. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do skilled manipulators get their way? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are delving into the dark side with Emperor Palpatine. They discuss his master plan and how he uses others to seize power and get his way. Jonathan explains the many techniques that Palpatine uses, like gaslighting, grooming, and manipulating. Oh my! You may be surprised when Jonathan proposes to step in with therapy. Though Alan struggles with the prequels (don’t forget, the prequels hurt Alan), he talks about why he likes the Palpatine story line. How many prequel memes did you spot? May the 4th Be With You! Watch more Star Wars episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62UC2mntBZVqntziDMF4EdeL Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

🔒 Remove your personal information from the web at https://JoinDeleteMe.com/CINEMA and use code CINEMA for 20% off 🙌 DeleteMe international Plans: https://international.joindeleteme.com How do you recognize your self-worth when others don’t see it? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to Mulan discovering her self-worth and defying expectations. They discuss what makes her a true hero. Jonathan breaks down the iconic “be a man” montage and what it means for Mulan. Alan shares some of Disney’s smart animation techniques. But he claims there’s too many animal sidekicks. What do you think? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

👉 To try everything Brilliant has to offer for free for a full 30 days, visit https://brilliant.org/CinemaTherapy/ or click on the link in the description. You’ll also get 20% off an annual premium subscription. How do you reconcile damaged relationships between parents and children? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at the father-son relationship between Goofy and Max in A Goofy Movie. They’re talking about how children naturally distance themselves from their parents as they age and how parents can stay connected while giving them space. Jonathan explains why parents push their kids, and both him and Alan share the weird roadside attractions they’ve subjected their children to. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. How do you stand up for yourself and set boundaries? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are doing a movie couple (friendship) therapy on Shaun and Ed from Shaun of the Dead. They’re taking a look at healthy and unhealthy boundaries in relationships. Jonathan talks about what happens when you’re afraid to set boundaries or when they're broken and what to do about it. Alan talks about the power of the edit in movies and how Shaun of the Dead puts on a masterclass. Same goes for the impeccable writing and storytelling through jokes! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do you tell the difference between infatuation and love? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at the movie adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility. Jonathan is ranking the couples from least healthy to most sumptuous. Yes, most sumptuous. The contenders are Elinor and Edward, Marianne and Willoughby, and Marianne and Brandon. They talk about the qualities to look for in love and a partner, and they get a little flustered about how hot everyone is. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you learn to make choices for yourself? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react (and cry) to The Iron Giant. They talk about choosing who you want to be and how the movie tackles life and death in a mature and age-appropriate way. Jonathan explains how the giant’s transformation from following programming to making its own choices mirrors our psychological journeys. And Alan talks about the innovative combination of CGI and hand-drawn animation and how animators articulate the giant’s emotions on a robot face. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Nathan Judd Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://drinkag1.com/cine to get your FREE welcome kit that includes the canister, shaker, a year supply of vitamin d3k2, and 5 extra travel packs of AG1! Thanks to AG1 for sponsoring today’s video! How does an actor get into the psychology of their character? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by special guest, Giancarlo Esposito, to talk acting and psychology in this Psychology of an Actor series. Giancarlo shares his approach to acting and what he does in each role to learn something about himself. Together they look at some of his iconic characters: Buggin Out in Do the Right Thing, Gustavo Fring in Breaking Bad, Moff Gideon in The Mandalorian, and Stan Edgar in The Boys. And they talk about Giancarlo’s latest role in Parish, which debuts on March 31st on AMC! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get 50% off your first order of Sundays: https://sundaysfordogs.com/cinema How do you deal with a narcissist boss? How do you achieve a work-life balance? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to The Devil Wears Prada. They talk about how Miranda belittles Andy and how Andy loses herself as she finds her footing in her job. Jonathan talks about how to recognize and deal with narcissistic people in your life. And Alan praises the stellar writing and how exceptionally Meryl Streep plays the "evil" narcissistic boss. That's all. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. How does an actor get into the psychology of their character? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are once again joined by special guest, David Dastmalchian, to continue his acting story. In this Psychology of an Actor series, they ask David how his mental health journey shapes his acting journey. Together, they react to a movie David wrote and starred in, All Creatures Here Below, as well as other acting roles, such as Suicide Squad and The Boogeyman. Be sure to check out David’s latest performance in Late Night with the Devil in theaters now! Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/nkKtsjx-NBg Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you grow after making mistakes and enduring pain? What is your favorite thing about Iroh? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Avatar: The Last Airbender again but with a twist. Jonathan is going toe-to-toe with Uncle Iroh… or agreeing with Iroh because he’s the GOAT. They talk about all the things that make Iroh so great, such as his humility and wisdom but also how he handles his mistakes and regrets. Alan dares Jonathan to find anything to criticize about Iroh. Will he come up with anything? DISCOUNTED PATREON MEMBERSHIP! Get two months free on an annual membership through the end of March and watch our exclusive episode on Azula vs. Katara from ATLA! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Check out our Zuko video: https://youtu.be/-gxQp9aFHOc Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do fairytale relationships differ from reality? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Westley and Buttercup’s relationship from The Princess Bride. Besides geeking out about a childhood classic, they talk about the difference between fairytale and real-life relationships and what pointers Jonathan would give to Westley and Buttercup if they existed outside of a fairy tale. Alan shares why The Princess Bride is so beloved to this today. Hint: it’s a perfect movie! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

👒🔍 Download June’s Journey for free now using my link: https://woo.ga/d3zx4h95 Why is it important to sit with sadness? How do you sit in sadness with others? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are returning to a very special film, Inside Out. This time they are taking a look at the theme of navigating change, and this time they are joined by three very special guests: screenwriter Meg LeFauve, editor Kevin Nolting, and producer Jonas Rivera. Pixar legends! Jonathan talks about Riley’s struggle with change and how Joy and Sadness navigate that journey within Riley. Each of our guests shares insights into writing and story developments and why Pixar works on one project for so long. And you bet both Jono and Alan are crying in this one. Damn you, Pixar! This is a very special episode, and our original Inside Out episode is the video that made us. Thank you for watching! Watch our original Inside Out episode here! https://youtu.be/vTVQtsIfoo8 Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Thank you air up for sponsoring this video! Don’t miss the chance to experience scent-based taste for yourself: https://airup.link/4bQv6Dq How do you hold onto your dreams through success and hardship? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to the magic of Wonka. They’re taking a look at Wonka’s optimism, hope, and deep desire to make dreams come true. Jonathan talks about how Willy’s origin story informs his drive to pursue his dream of becoming a chocolatier. And Johnathan opens up about how he can relate to Willy’s story. Alan shares why he knew Wonka was going to be good, but he was skeptical of Timothée Chalamet… what does he think now? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

PDS Debt is offering a free debt analysis. It only takes thirty seconds. Get yours at https://PDSDebt.com/cinema. What happens when you don’t achieve you dreams? What happens when perfectionism goes too far? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Little Miss Sunshine with the directors, Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris. They’re talking about Richard’s harmful perfectionism and what happens when chasing your dream doesn’t work out. The directors share what it was like to work with such an exceptional cast and how they encouraged a realistic family dynamic. They particularly honor the late Alan Arkin’s fantastic performance. And they all talk about what gets the family to a better place. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://dayoneapp.com/cinematherapy and use code cinematherapy to get a limited-time offer of a two-month FREE trial with Day One Journal Premium. How do you turn a negative emotion or experience into a superpower? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to Matilda and her journey through childhood trauma. Jonathan shares what Matilda does that leads her to a happier and healthier life and how she stands up for others who face similar hardship. They talk about the difference between standing up for yourself and retaliating… and why retaliation is much more fun in movies. And Alan explains why the narration and over-the-top physical acting work when they often don’t. Watch Villain Therapy: Miss Trunchbull on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do romances in romantic comedies compare to real life? What’s your favorite ‘90s romcom? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are doing a blast from the past by watching and ranking ‘90s romcoms. They’re ranking the romances from Clueless, Never Been Kissed, Pretty Woman, Sleepless in Seattle, and While You Were Sleeping. Jonathan ranks them from worst to best in terms of relationship quality, and Alan makes snide remarks about the quality of the films - though some of them are great - and he really goes off one one of them. Can you guess which one? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do become comfortable with being yourself? How do you quit negative self-talk? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Aladdin’s journey from insecurity and low self-worth to self-acceptance and integrity. They talk about Aladdin’s negative self-talk and why he keeps hurting people. Jonathan explains why insecurity makes us unable to accept love from others. Aladdin does this a lot! And Alan relates to this a lot... send him praise in comments! And they can’t watch Aladdin without talking about Robin Williams’s unforgettable performance as the Genie. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://dayoneapp.com/cinematherapy and use code cinematherapy to get an exclusive two-month free trial with Day One Journal Premium. How do you question authority in a healthy way? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Dead Poets Society with guest Gale Hansen, who plays Charlie Dalton in the film. They talk about Charlie’s character arc, including Nuwanda, and the theme of conformity vs. rebellion. Jonathan talks about the balance of respecting and questioning authority and what happens when you push boundaries. They talk about Keating’s inspirational teaching methods and how he influences the young men. And Gale talks about what it was like to work with our cinema hero, Robin Williams. Thank you to our Patrons for picking this movie! If you want the power to vote on an episode we do at our next shoot, join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CinemaTherapy. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Use code CINEMA50 to get 50% OFF First Box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://bit.ly/3tyQITl! How do you untangle force, anger, and hate? And how do you control them all? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright continue their Ghiblification by reacting to Princess Mononoke. They talk about Ashitaka refusing hatred in a world full of it and his quest for peace between the humans and the forest. Jonathan talks about the role of hatred in our own lives and how we can exercise control in our anger and forcefulness, especially in tone and word choice. Alan points out the clever animation techniques of animating "on ones" and "on twos." Can you see it? Watch more of our Studio Ghibli videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62UWUFi0Urq3XpA0J2Q3uRsZ Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Buy your copy of "Something, Someday" by Amanda Gorman: https://amandagormanbooks.com How do you work with someone with vast personality differences? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are honored to be joined by author and inaugural poet, Amanda Gorman, to react to Star Trek (2009). Amanda chose this movie because it speaks to what she writes about, coming together with shared common ground from different backgrounds and perspectives. They take a look at how Kirk and Spock work together despite their differences. Jonathan talks about shared humanity and perspective taking and how Kirk and Spock learn to work together. Alan points out director J.J. Abrams's style of energetic camera movement. And Amanda shares some incredible wisdom that makes them want to give up their seats to her. It's the Amanda Show now! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. Why is curiosity so important? How do we stop being complacent? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to WALL-E and comparing and contrasting curiosity and complacency. Jonathan talks about how WALL-E’s contagious curiosity affects everyone he meets and shakes them out of complacency. He also explains why curiosity is so important for our mental health. Alan is in awe of Pixar’s filmmaking and storytelling expertise in conveying so much with so few words. Pixar is so good that he’s kind of upset. Damn you, Pixar! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you let people in after being hurt? What's your favorite Indiana Jones film? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are dressed and ready to dive into the hero journey of Indiana Jones across five films (but mostly the original three). Indiana Jones is the hero of their youth, but they’re going deeper to look at the strong emotional arcs of Indiana and where he arrives at the end of the final film. They talk about Indy’s interpersonal struggles, particularly with Marion and his father, and how he learns to be vulnerable. Alan sprinkles in movie trivia and explains how Steven Spielberg plays with tone so well. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do you find moments of pure happiness in adulthood? What movies have been transformative for you? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Peter and his family from Hook. This one is special for Jonathan, who shares why this movie, particularly Peter's journey, was so transformative for him. They talk about Peter's fear of failing as a parent and being crippled by stress and anxiety. And they both talk about finding youthful enthusiasm in adulthood. Because it's a Steven Spielberg movie with a John Williams score, of course Alan has a lot to say! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://historicmail.com/CinemaTherapy and check out with CinemaTherapy. Get 10% off on their Christmas Sale with the code CINEMATHERAPY, and surprise a loved one with this timeless gift. Thanks to Historic Mail for sponsoring this video! How do you let go of bitterness? What's your favorite Christmas/holiday movie? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright wish you a happy festive season with a highly requested holiday episode on Klaus! They talk about the concept of the reframe when Jesper, Klaus, and the townspeople have perspective shifts that bring them to a better place. Jonathan explains why Klaus is a blueprint for how to get out of the misery and loneliness that some experience around the holidays. Alan dives into the technical mastery of Klaus's hand-drawn animation - they invented new technology! And Alan's tears have finally dried up... it's a Christmas miracle? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://www.squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you restore your honor? How do you get rid of shame and grow into humility? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are answering the call of the commenters by doing a Villain Therapy for Zuko from Avatar: The Last Airbender! They talk about Zuko’s transformation from unlikeable kid to someone who makes your heart ache, as we learn more about his backstory and follow his tumultuous journey. Jonathan dives into Zuko’s trauma, both the major and micro traumas that shape his character. Alan talks about why this show may have one of the best intergenerational stories he’s ever seen. Watch Psychology of a Hero: Aang on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Visit this episode's sponsor, Thornapple Press, at thornapplepress.ca/cinematherapy to enter a giveaway for a bundle of books or one of five free advance copies of Say More: Consent Conversations for Teens. @ThornapplePress How do you practice consent in every relationship? How do you show true empathy? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by YouTuber and sex educator, Hannah Witton, to react to Easy A. They dive into the lie Olive takes on and how it spirals out of control. Jonathan talks about how women's sexuality is often focused on anything but a woman's autonomy, and Hannah shares important lessons about consent in all relationships. They reflect on Olive's extreme selflessness which enables others' selfishness and how that pulls Olive further away from her true self. Watch our collab on Hannah's channel! https://youtu.be/dIrexnJXws8 Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

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Head to https://www.squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. What makes a good therapist? Do you agree with Jonathan’s rankings? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are ranking TV therapists according to their effectiveness and sound therapy techniques, in Jonathan’s opinion. The contenders are Dr. Fieldstone from Ted Lasso, Dr. Kinbott from Wednesday, Dr. Raynor from The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Dr. Frome from New Amsterdam, and Drs. Crane and Tewksbury from Frasier. Jonathan talks about the heart and human connection in a good therapist, and Alan explains why that also makes a good storyteller. And they answer a question from a Patron about finding the right therapist for you. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Do you want to watch an extended, ad-free director's cut of this episode? What about bloopers, sketches, behind-the-scenes clips, and deep dive lessons on therapy and filmmaking topics? Then join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy What is the difference between self love and narcissism? Can narcissistic people change? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to a Disney experimental era classic, The Emperor's New Groove. They take a look at Kuzco’s narcissism and his journey to a healthier place. Jonathan defines narcissistic personality disorder and contrasts narcissism and self love. Alan dives into the performance process for voice actors and how to direct actors in a sound booth. And they can’t get enough of David Spade’s humor that few people can pull off - acting like a jerk and making it funny! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

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Do you want to watch an extended, ad-free director's cut of this episode? What about bloopers, sketches, behind-the-scenes clips, and deep dive lessons on therapy and filmmaking topics? Then join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy How do you build a marriage that lasts? What does a "happily ever after" in reality look like? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking another look at Shrek and Fiona's relationship, focusing on their married life. They talk about expectations in relationships, handling the pressures and fears of parenthood, and nurturing a relationship amid the hectic reality of life with children. Jonathan talks about embracing the messiness of a real "happily ever after," and Alan looks back on his own fears of parenthood. Watch part 1 here: https://youtu.be/IyrgaVs3gzU Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Use code CINEMA15 for 15% off your order at https://www.world.holzkern.com/cinematherapy. How do you figure out who you want to be? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and producer Megan Seawright are talking about Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and the journey of self-discovery. They take a look at Barbie's literal hero's journey and how she discovers who she wants to be and how she helps Ken do the same. Megan speaks to the powerful effect this movie had and why it's so important for a movie to be by women, about women, and for women. Jonathan touches on the psychology of going through an existential crisis, trying to figure out who you are, and how women struggle with societal expectations. Alan talks about the production and costume design that make Barbieland look flawless, and he is in awe of how perfect Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie are! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://www.squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you rekindle your passion? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright return to the Ghibliverse to react to Kiki’s Delivery Service. Or as Jonathan calls it, How Kiki Got Her Broom Back! They talk about Kiki losing her ability and passion to fly and how it relates to making work out of our hobbies and interests. Jonathan talks about the psychology of losing your passion and getting over self-doubt. Alan can relate to Kiki and opens up about his struggle to pursue filmmaking professionally. As usual, they are a little confused by the plot and universe, but they appreciate Studio Ghibli's special brand of whimsy. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get Surfshark VPN at https://Surfshark.deals/CINEMATHERAPY and enter promo code CINEMATHERAPY for an exclusive offer and 3 extra months for FREE! How do the dream world and real world affect each other? What kinds of dreams have you experienced? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are diving into the psychology of dreams in Inception. There’s so much to look at, from therapeutic concept of dreams to the incredible filmmaking. Jonathan talks about the psychology of dreams and what Inceptions gets right and wrong. Like time dilation and physical sensations in dreams. Alan talks about how Inception is just Christopher Nolan talking about making movies… you won’t be able to unthink it! He explains how Inception can be so complicated but keep the audience entertained and invested in the story. And they answer the big question... does the top fall? This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. This episode was uploaded before the WGA and the AMPTP reached a deal. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

👒🔍 Download June’s Journey for free now using my link: https://woo.ga/2en0bf How do you stop grief from keeping you stuck in the past? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at the surprisingly wonderful Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. They talk about grief and failure, and why both can have good outcomes. Be like Edgin, the champion of failures! They commend the representation of male-female platonic friendship - we need more of it! And Alan explains why the movie is surprisingly good at tonal shifts between adventurous fun and deep emotion that elicit #cryingwithalan. This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. This episode was uploaded before the WGA and the AMPTP reached a deal. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Thanks to MANSCAPED for sponsoring today’s video! Get 20% OFF + Free International Shipping with our promo code “CINEMATHERAPY” at https://manscaped.com/cinematherapy. How do you connect with people and draw them in? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Pixar’s latest movie, Elemental. They take a look at Ember’s relationship with her dad and how Wade models emotional openness. Jonathan talks about what it means to be angry and what Ember is really feeling, as well as Ember’s complicated emotions about the shop and her dad’s sacrifice. Alan talks about the stunning and challenging visual effects work to create characters made of elements. And he wonders why Pixar movies make him cry so much. Wade looks like Jonathan but acts like Alan... do you think Pixar is watching? This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

UPDATE! We BARELY got this video out in time. The Writers have struck a deal, and as of 12:01 am Sept 27th, are back at work! Presumably, the actors will have a deal within a very short period of time. Donations are still welcome, and needed! Film industry workers have been out of work for 5 months, due to the companies' greed. It's going to take a lot of work to catch up on that. We interviewed writers, actors, and stunt performers about the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. They shared why the strike matters to union workers, who are average workers who just want to earn a living wage. We talk about the emotional and financial toll of working in an industry that has become increasingly unstable and underpaid for artists, and the impact the strike is having on those who are on strike. We discuss issues like streaming residuals and AI, and the power of working and fighting together for artists because stories matter!! Donate now to support these artists: https://entertainmentcommunity.org Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury

Get Surfshark VPN at https://Surfshark.deals/CINEMATHERAPY and enter promo code CINEMATHERAPY for an exclusive offer and 3 extra months for FREE! How do you accept influence from your children? How do you create a safe family environment? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are watching Avatar: The Way of Water and diving into movie family therapy with the Sully family. They focus mostly on Jake and his military-like parenting style and how he treats his family like a squad. Jonathan explains what it takes to feel safe in a family, both physically and emotionally, and how to let your children make their own decisions and mistakes. Alan comments on the mind-boggling work that goes into making lifelike digital characters and world. And he praises the actors’ motion capture performances, particularly Sigourney Weaver playing a teenager and crushing it! This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Do you want to watch an extended, ad-free director's cut of this episode? What about bloopers, sketches, behind-the-scenes clips, and deep dive lessons on therapy and filmmaking topics? Then join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy How can your perceived weaknesses be turned into strengths? Do you relate to being labeled as the bad guy? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Wreck-It Ralph and breaking down Ralph’s role as the bad guy. They talk about Ralph not wanting to be a villain and learning to use his gifts for good. They discuss the deeper meaning of being perceived as bad, the roles society assigns us, and how it’s all one big metaphor for life. Alan shares his appreciation for the script (the bad guy affirmation!), the comedy genius of Sarah Silverman, and how a cartoon bad guy can make him cry. Thank you to our Patrons for picking this movie! If you want the power to vote on an episode we do at our next shoot, join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CinemaTherapy. This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://buyraycon.com/cinematherapy for 15% off your order! Brought to you by Raycon. What makes a marriage work? What are your favorite movie marriages? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are doing another round of top movie marriages and sharing what makes these movie marriages thrive. They take a look at five great marriages: Pongo and Perdita from 101 Dalmatians, Barbara and Adam from Beetlejuice, Guido and Dora from Life is Beautiful, Elinor and Fergus from Brave, and Rick and Evie from The Mummy. They discuss themes such as love languages, problem solving, and loyalty. Look out for our honorable mentions and tell us your favorite movie marriages in the comments below! Watch the first Movie Marriages video: https://youtu.be/OvUWhcODLUE This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you navigate divorce? Especially when you have kids? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at the family dynamics of Mrs. Doubtfire. They get into the pain of divorce and grieving the way life and family change. They talk about Daniel’s transformation into Mrs. Doubtfire and how perspective-taking allows him to grow as a person and parent. Jonathan touches on experiences of couples fighting during sessions and how the movie does a great job portraying the emotional realism of divorce. Alan talks about the comedy brilliance of Robin Williams, and they both admire his many incredible performances. We miss you, Robin. This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Use code CINEMATHERAPY50 to get 50% off your first Factor box at https://bit.ly/3QtX53k! How do you open up to community and connection after trauma? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by world-renowned novelist, Brandon Mull, as they dive into the hero’s journey of Rocket from Guardians of the Galaxy. Rocket's journey is centered around connection and healing after trauma, and Jonathan speaks to the validity of Rocket's experiences and reactions. They talk about how Guardians 3 changed their perception of the first two movies and the brilliance of James Gunn's writing, especially with Rocket. To find out more about Brandon Mull, go to https://brandonmull.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writerbrandon/ This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Do you want to watch an extended, ad-free director's cut of this episode? What about bloopers, sketches, behind-the-scenes clips, and deep dive lessons on therapy and filmmaking topics? Then join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy How do you find joy in the world despite unideal circumstances? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by editor and fellow filmmaker Sophie Telléz to discuss one of her favorite movies, Howl's Moving Castle. They talk about Sophie’s (the character, not our guest) lack of confidence and her journey of radical acceptance toward self-worth. Sophie (our guest, not the character) explains why the movie and character resonate with her so much. She praises the voice actors, especially Christian Bale… who sounds like Batman sometimes? They talk about how Sophie’s (the character, not our guest) aging physically and metaphorically transforms her, and Alan is gleeful about the magical whimsy. More whimsy! This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Work with a member of Jonathan's team on one of his trauma or relationship programs! Go to https://mendedlight.com/ct and schedule a first session appointment today. How does an actor get into the psychology of their character? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by special guest, David Dastmalchian, to launch a new series, Psychology of an Actor. They ask David about his experiences as an actor and how he gets into the psychology of a character. David shares his mental health journey and how it has shaped his life and career. They start with his first-ever role in The Dark Knight (!) and work through his career as David lets us into his process. But they talk so much that they only get through part of David’s extensive career. Subscribe to see another episode with David in the near future, as soon as the strike is over. This episode was filmed during the Writer’s Strike. According to SAG-Aftra, independent film reviewers are welcome to discuss movies that have already come out. These films were produced under previous contracts and wouldn’t be affected by any changes resulting from the strike. Any praise for the films we discuss is praise for the writers, actors, directors, and so many other artists and craftspeople who made them. Without their labor, we wouldn’t be able to watch our favorite films together. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t be as impactful. Without their labor, our show wouldn’t exist. We support their strike efforts. If you’d like to support them as well, go to www.entertainmentcommunity.org. This video was not made using any studio-provided screeners or materials. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. Does honor still have a place in society? How do you practice radical acceptance? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are diving into the psychology of a hero through Frodo Baggins from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. They take a look at Frodo's honor and radical acceptance as he journeys to destroy the One Ring. Jonathan shares eight examples of Frodo and the psychology of honor. Alan shares many tidbits about the filmmaking craft of the trilogy and why he thinks they're probably the best films ever made. There's a lot of giddy, nerdy energy. Our very first video we ever made was about Frodo! But we had a lot more to say about him, so we decided to give him another episode. Watch the first one here: https://youtu.be/N2qqfafRdEQ Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Do you want to watch an extended, ad-free director's cut of this episode? What about bloopers, sketches, behind-the-scenes clips, and deep dive lessons on therapy and filmmaking topics? Then join our Patreon! https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Have you tried role-playing (not the RPG kind) or perspective taking? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Freaky Friday through the theme of perspective taking. It’s a legitimate therapy technique, and Jonathan explains how it’s used in a real setting. They talk about the assumptions and hurtful behaviors that culminate in Tess and Anna switching bodies. Alan praises the performances from Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan because they’re each acting as the other actor acting as the character. And they do it so well! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Use CINEMATHERAPY to get 55% off your first month at Scentbird https://sbird.co/3XdrYdY This month I received... Vide Cor Meum by Chris Collins https://sbird.co/42Nzi11 Ibere by Foope Fragrances https://sbird.co/3NBQWQX Forever Florence by Glasshouse Fragrances https://sbird.co/4691jmD How do you figure out what kind of person you want to become? Who has helped shape your identity? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Henry Cavill’s Superman and his hero psychology. Superman is Jonathan’s favorite pop culture character, and he enjoys these movies despite their faults. Alan… doesn’t like them. Regardless of their differing opinions, they talk about Henry’s Superman as someone who struggles with identity and receives mixed messages from parental figures. Jonathan shares identity status theory to explore how Henry’s Superman actually becomes Superman. And Alan shares his contempt for all these movies. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you connect and open up to others? How do you get over fear of rejection? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by guest, post-production supervisor and editor and person who makes them look insane (but we all love him for it), David Sant! They react to one of David’s favorite movies, Treasure Planet. They talk about Jim seeking adventure and a father figure and how John Silver complicates and fulfills both. Jonathan explains why people push others away and sabotage healthy relationships. Alan revels in Treasure Planet’s pure adventure filmmaking, and David shares why this movie means so much to him. And they delight in the squishy comfort of a dad bod hug. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you accept feedback without getting defensive? Have you ever had a "thank you, F you" conversation with a parent? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright continue reacting to Ted Lasso’s mental health journey. They talk about Ted embracing therapy, taking accountability, and accepting influence, and how his growth along with his love for learning and curiosity make him the best coach. Jonathan explains the “and” of how parents can do their best and still mess up their children. Alan shares why he appreciates Ted and his mom’s “thank you, f*^% you” conversation, and why the show is so important to him. #cryingwithalan Plus lots of appreciation for Jason Sudeikis, Brett Goldstein as Roy Kent, the entire cast and crew, and pretty much everything about this show. Watch part 1: https://youtu.be/LtEs4ELZuDQ Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Corinne Demyanovich, Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

To try out Rocket Money today and unlock more features with premium, head to: https://rocketmoney.com/cinematherapy #rocketmoney #personalfinance How do you practice being curious, not judgmental? What is the best advice you received from a coach? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Ted Lasso’s mental health journey. They talk about Ted’s positivity and why it’s not toxic but grounded in reality. They discuss his anxiety, panic attacks, and therapy avoidance - Jonathan has many thoughts! Jonathan talks about the show’s real relationship dynamics, and Alan experiences the best emotion (and hardest to achieve), laughter through tears! They have so much more to say, so they continue the conversation in part 2! (Coming soon) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Corinne Demyanovich, Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema Threads: https://www.threads.net/@therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Work with a member of Jonathan's team on one of his trauma or relationship programs! Go to https://mendedlight.com/ct and schedule a first session appointment today. Why are some parents overprotective? How do you cope with trauma in a healthy way? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are diving into the big ol’ blue with Finding Nemo. They discuss Marlin’s parenting and the differences between helicopter parenting and healthy parenting. Jonathan talks about Marlin’s trauma and how it shapes his relationship with Nemo. Alan explains why Finding Nemo is another Pixar Perfect Picture and why it's important to let his kids fail. Is anyone surprised that Alan cries? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://buyraycon.com/cinematherapy for 15% off your order, plus get free domestic or flat fee international shipping. Brought to you by Raycon. How do you keep moving forward when you feel stuck? Why is hope sometimes dangerous? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to one of the best movies of all time, The Shawshank Redemption. They talk about how hope can be both dangerous and powerful as they follow Andy’s hope-filled journey in the prison system. They discuss institutionalization in prison and how people can be institutionalized in their own mental prisons. Jonathan emphasizes the importances of growth and testing your comfort zone. Alan hates narration but explains why it works in this movie… spoiler alert: Morgan Freeman. Thank you to our Patrons for picking this movie! If you want the power to vote on an episode we do at our next shoot, join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CinemaTherapy. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy. How do you figure out what you want in life? Why is it important to face your fears? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at princess, icon, and hero, Amelia Mignonette Thermopolis Renaldi, Princess of Genovia… or just Mia. Mia’s journey from wanting to be invisible to becoming a princess is all about self-actualization, and Jonathan shares what it takes to get there. They rave about acting (and Genovian) royalty, Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews, they get PO'd about the cat’s POV, and Jonathan tells a sad (hilarious) story about trying to impress a girl in second grade. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you show support in your friendships? How many times did you fist pump watching RRR? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to RRR - it’s bromance therapy! The internet’s best bromance reacts to cinema’s best bromance. While the movie is an adrenaline-filled spectacle, the relationships have a lot of substance. Jonathan talks about support, vulnerability, and even conflict in friendships and how RRR portrays healthy male friendships. Did you see the bro-montage? Alan talks about how the movie shouldn’t work but why it absolutely does. It’s a genre-bending masterpiece. And Raju and Bhemm’s bromance brings up memories from their bromance… Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you find joy in life during tough times? How do you know when to let your kids go? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are watching another amazing anime film, Wolf Children, thanks to viewer suggestions. They react to Hana’s joys and struggles as a single parent of wolf children and how she balances raising them as humans and protecting them as wolves. They discuss flipping the werewolf trope and why fantasy storytelling can be so powerful. There’s an unfortunate number of wolf puns and some unexpected tears. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you show your kids that you’re struggling? What can you learn from your younger self? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at sci-fi/comedy/drama The Adam Project. They dive into the lessons we can learn from our younger self as well as lessons parents learn from their kids. Jonathan shares healthy ways parents can let their kids know that they’re struggling so they can empathize with their parents. He also talks about reflecting on your past experiences through journaling. Alan praises the exceptional performances by the exceptional cast, especially Walker Scobell for being the perfect match to Ryan Reynolds. And the exceptional performances get him in the feels. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Work with a member of Jonathan's team on one of his trauma or relationship programs! Go to https://mendedlight.com/ct and schedule a first session appointment today. How do you cope with fear? What happens when you ignore your emotions? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and guest Emma McAdam of @TherapyinaNutshell are reacting to Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. The therapists discuss Puss’s fear of death and how that shows up mentally and physically, especially with panic attacks. Emma explains how acceptance and commitment therapy would be an effective tool for Puss to confront his fear. Alan talks about how fantastic the animation style and direction are, but then he forgets how to say words. Anyway, we think Perrito would be a wonderful therapy dog. What do you think? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy! Why should we question our values and mentors? Is failure the greatest lesson? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are diving into their childhood hero, Luke Skywalker. He is the epitome of the hero’s journey, and they take a look at Luke’s heroic and humbling character arc. They discuss Luke’s growth from naive kid to Jedi to jaded cynic, and where he lands at the end of his story. Jonathan explains why Luke’s mentality in The Last Jedi is so true to the original character and the human experience. Luke endures failure, learns hard lessons about his mentors and belief system, and he comes out the other side all the better for it. Alan praises Rian Johnson’s storytelling on The Last Jedi and rants about why he got Luke so right. And they both get nerdy about the lessons and failures of the Jedi. Happy Star Wars Day! May the 4th Be With You! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

The extended, ad-free director's cut version this episode is now available for free on our Patreon! If you enjoy it, consider becoming a member to access over 200 director's cuts and tons of bonus content. https://www.patreon.com/posts/directors-cut-81703560?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_fan&utm_content=web_share What does healthy parenting look like? How do parents show up without being overbearing or controlling? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Pixar parents and ranking them by healthy parenting throughout the films. They rank Coco’s Mama Imelda, Inside Out’s Jill and Bill, Luca’s Daniela and Lorenzo, Onward’s Laurel, and Turning Red’s Ming and Jin. Jonathan uses his expertise in family therapy to explain why some Pixar parents miss the mark and why some excel at parenting their children. Some parents react instead of respond, some are overbearing, and others make room for all emotions to be felt. Jonathan and Alan share some of their parenting wins and misses, and they compliment each other’s dadding. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you stand up to a narcissistic abuser? What does setting boundaries look like? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by one of Alan’s storytelling heroes, Robert Kirkman, to talk about his most recent creation, Renfield. They discuss how the film succeeds in telling a story of escaping a narcissistic abuser while being both wholesome and gory. Jonathan explains why Renfield’s experience in group therapy to understand and break free of his co-dependent relationship with Dracula is so realistic. Robert shares insights about the creation of the story and bringing it to life with the wonderful cast, and Alan praises the sharp writing that shines through all the humor and gore. They banter about the banter in the film, and they forget the best line: GROW TO FULL POWER! Learn more about Renfield: https://www.renfieldmovie.com/ Go see Renfield in theaters! https://www.fandango.com/renfield-2023-230696/movie-overview Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

👒🔍 Download June’s Journey for free now using my link: https://woo.ga/vp8s9q How does Jack justify breaking rules and cheating others? How far does charm get you? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are breaking down Jack Sparrow, the reckless and charming anti-hero from the Pirates of the Caribbean. They discuss his traits and actions throughout the series, and why Jonathan diagnoses him with anti-social personality disorder. Even though Jack doesn’t have much of a hero’s journey until later films, they discuss his character arc and what drives him to ultimately do good for others. Alan doesn’t like most of the Pirates films, but he respects the humor and the lengths they will go to make a joke. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://squarespace.com/cinematherapy to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code cinematherapy! How do you make amends for past mistakes? Have you ever played matchmaker? Emma Woodhouse, thinks she knows everything about relationships. Jonathann Decker, an actual, professional, licensed therapist, knows way more about relationships. Who will win in this duel for the ages? Together with filmmaker Alan Seawright, Jonathan discusses Emma’s matchmaking, selfish motives, and how her own insecurities affect her relationships. Jonathan distinguishes between wanting to help people and Emma’s amusement at playing with people’s lives. He praises Jane Austen’s ability to observe and understand human psychology, and Alan compares her to Aaron Sorkin - no one talked like that! They pay tribute to the incredible performances from the whole cast, especially Anya Taylor-Joy, and Alan fanboys about the film's staging and blocking. He wants to go to Autumn de Wilde film school. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you overcome jealousy between loved ones? Why do we struggle to accept different perspectives? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright continue reacting to Kung Fu Panda 2 and 3. Check out part 1 if you haven't seen it. They talk about Ping’s initial jealousy and struggle to accept Po’s panda dad, Li, and why parents often worry about losing their children’s love to other parental figures. Jonathan shares his own experience being a co-dad, which isn’t that different from Ping and Li. They also discuss the different perspectives and roles we play in each of our relationships. And Alan praises the Dreamworks VFX team - they crushed it! Skadoosh! Watch part 1 on adoption in KUNG FU PANDA 2 and 3: https://youtu.be/PFTA--60GyQ Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do our relationships and upbringing define who we are? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are returning to the world of kung fu and noodles… with Kung Fu Panda 2 and 3! In this first part, they take a look at Po’s exploration of himself and his relationship with his goose dad, Ping. The trilogy is about Po expanding his identity and embracing himself, and his two dads play a big role in that. Jonathan shares the importance of destigmatizing adopted and blended families, and he discusses how biological and adopted parents both shape who you are. Alan reminds us to stop and appreciate the seamless writing of heartfelt emotion and Jack Black silliness. Skadoosh! Watch part 2 on KUNG FU PANDA 3 and co-parenting: https://youtu.be/1x3iFyL2hf8 Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How does spiritual abuse affect yourself and your spirituality? Is this the darkest, not-kid-friendly animated Disney movie? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright dive into the villainy of Frollo from The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Frollo is one of the worst characters ever (one of the best villains ever?) because of his abuse, predatory behavior, and self-righteousness. They discuss how Frollo’s spirituality is tied to his own perceived righteousness and goodness and how he blames others to absolve his conscience. Meanwhile, a non-Christian character demonstrates the true virtues of faith. Jonathan defines spiritual and religious abuse, and operant conditioning, while Alan explains why the gargoyles don’t make sense and why this movie isn’t for kids! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go see Zach Braff’s new film A Good Person, now playing only in theaters. Get your tickets at http://www.agoodpersonmovie.com. How do you cope with grief and guilt? Where do you turn when hardship feels insurmountable? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by an actual very professional filmmaker, Zach Braff! They’re reacting to his new film, A Good Person. Zach shares his desire to tell a story about grief, addiction, and everyday struggles as well as the power of humor and human connection. Jonathan explains why the characters’ journeys feel authentic to real recovery experiences, and Alan praises the stellar cinematography, the realistic writing, and the transcendent performances by Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman. Two acting legends! They all share the power of human connection in their lives and how this film resonates with their experiences. It was an absolute joy to talk with Zach and dive deeper into his vision and storytelling. This episode is spoiler-free, so you’ll have to see the rest for yourself in theaters. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, Corinne Demyanovich, and Stu Arbury Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What makes a marriage work? What are your favorite movie marriages? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are diving into great movie marriages and sharing the beautiful lessons they can teach us. They discuss seven movies and lessons in marriage: Julie & Julia, supporting dreams; Father of the Bride, showing accountability; Love is Strange, accepting differences; The Legend of Tarzan, keeping passion alive; A Quiet Place, cherish each other; The Emperor’s New Groove, have each others’ backs; and Up, quality time. Don’t worry, we did a whole episode on the GOAT of movie marriages, Morticia and Gomez from The Addams Family. Marriage is often the most intimate and long-lasting relationship we have, though these lessons can be applied to any relationship. Should we do another top movie marriages video? Let us know in the comments! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://buyraycon.com/cinematherapy for 15% off your order! Brought to you by Raycon. What happens when you’re overburdened by expectations? Why is perspective taking so hard? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright revisit a favorite, Everything Everywhere All at Once, and take a closer look at the villain, Jobu Tupaki. They discuss how Jobu is a collection of the many versions of Joy in the multiverse, born from Joy’s fractured relationship with her mother. Evelyn crushes Joy with expectations and leads her to spiral into depression and create a life-sucking bagel. They discuss why perspective taking is so hard but so necessary in our relationships. Alan explains why the crazy sci-fi and grounded world blending works, and Jono struggles to pronounce some words. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you haven't watched MOONSTRUCK yet, watch it here first: https://youtu.be/O2Yea-nuoZs Then join ACTOR Jonathan Decker, ACTRESS Shona Kay, and WRITER/DIRECTOR Alan Seawright while they discuss the themes, and character motivations in Moonstruck, the short film they all made last year! MOONSTRUCK is a horror short about Alan's fears about who he is to his family, what it's like for a mother to deal with a partner who is absent/dangerous, and what it's like when the moon makes people go crazy. So it's a true story that definitely happened. It's actually based on a Reddit writing prompt from about 6 years ago (that Alan thinks also prompted Local 58. But don't quote him on that.) This short film was made possible by 700 Kickstarter Backers, and a dedicated crew who shot for two nights in March 2022 at the Seawright house, in the middle of the night.

How do you respond when life gets tough? Who are your role models for healthy masculinity? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are breaking down 8 lessons for healthy masculinity through Rocky Balboa. Like Aragorn, he displays healthy masculinity, but he’s also humble, tender, strong, and teachable. They discuss how Rocky is a classic underdog story and probably the first to do it well. The character means a lot to Jonathan because of the valuable lessons about love, family, grief, and getting back up when life knocks you down. The training montages and frolicking in short shorts are a bonus. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you know if a friendship is strong and everlasting? Do you put in the work to maintain your friendships? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are ranking Marvel bromances, brought to you by the healthiest bromance on the internet. They’re taking a look at ride and die besties and some unexpected friendships that were made along the way: Tony and Rhodey, Steve and Bucky, Bucky and Sam, Peter and Ned, Rocket and Groot, and Strange and Wong (the Benedicts). They’re ranking the bromances from least bro-y to most bro-y aka the healthiest friendships… can you guess which one the therapist said? Friendships take a lot of work, but sometimes there’s natural chemistry. Expect great banter, bickering, secret handshakes, and tears. Always tears. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What does your chosen family look like? Do you resonate with Lilo? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and guest Rebecca Parham of @LetMeExplainStudios are reacting to the beloved Lilo and Stitch. It is Rebecca’s favorite movie, and it’s admired by so many for its portrayal of neurodivergent and autistic people. They discuss how Lilo’s neurodivergence makes her unique but misunderstood by her peers and adults. They discuss the emotional burden of having a broken family and how they heal through their shared value of Ohana. Alan praises Chris Sanders for vocalizing Stitch in a way that’s monstrous but also cute, and Rebecca gives credit to the directors for doing their research to accurately represent Hawaii and Hawaiian culture. And, of course, they cry. Thank you to our Patrons for picking this episode! If you want the power to vote on an episode we do at our next shoot, join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CinemaTherapy. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do you build healthy, compatible relationships? How do you find confidence and love yourself? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are serving up a Valentine’s Day special, weed rats… No, Shrek! It’s movie couple therapy! They compare Shrek and Fiona’s meeting with traditional fairytale tropes. They discuss how Shrek learns to value connection, while Fiona learns to accept herself, and they become conformable and compatible together. Or as Alan says, they revel in their crapulence. The early 2000s animation may not hold up well, but the story sure does. Who wants a movie couple therapy on Shrek and Fiona’s marriage? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get Surfshark VPN at https://Surfshark.deals/CINEMATHERAPY and enter promo code CINEMATHERAPY for 83% off and 3 extra months for FREE! More Kissing Booth. Ew. More terrible dialogue. Ew. Still no apple boxes. Why!? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are continuing to react to (and suffer through) The Kissing Booth. They discuss the horrible relationship dynamics between Noah and Elle. They are frustrated by the cheesy score, poor green screen compositing, and the ridiculous framing of the actors. At least Twilight mustache dad shows up and has good things to say. After one movie, Jono’s brain has been liquified, and Alan swears almost as much as Tarantino. Dare they watch the rest? Watch part 1: https://youtu.be/b0SnFavJ-RM Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Join Thrive Market today to get 30% off your first order AND a FREE gift worth up to $60! http://thrivemarket.com/cinematherapy Is The Kissing Booth Twilight with more energy? Is The Kissing Booth Baywatch with teenagers? Do you even know what Baywatch is? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright have recovered from the Twilight series, and the internet demands their pain, so now they’re reacting to The Kissing Booth. They cringe at how the film lusts at and objectifies high schoolers. They groan at the overused tropes of the boring good guy and the bad guy with a heart of gold who happens to be hot and rich. The Kissing Booth is lusty and icky, but at least it has good energy and humor… sometimes. Watch part 2 where we get to watch more toxic teenage relationships. Yay... https://youtu.be/6oxAVAyBwV0 Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. Why do we fear change? How do you differentiate good advice from bad? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at The Lion King and talking about grief, guilt, and advice-giving. They discuss the challenges of finding your identity and facing your past. They rank all the advice Simba receives throughout the movie and begin to notice a pattern. Spoiler: Hakuna Matata isn’t the best advice. As usual, Hans Zimmer makes everyone cry. But he makes up for it with musical farts. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you make meaning out of your life and find joy when things are not getting better? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are watching a movie you dared us to watch, Grave of the Fireflies. In Jono’s words, this movie is inspiring, wholesome, and devastating all at the same time. They talk about the themes of hoping for a better tomorrow and the cost of war, particularly for civilians. They also compare the Disney/U.S. perspective of animation being for children and staying innocent vs. the Studio Ghibli perspective of the wonders of childhood that result in us growing up. This movie captures the best and worst of humanity, and while it’s a vegetables movie (important to watch), it’s still engaging and beautiful… and we’ll probably never watch it again because it wrecked us. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you set aside differences to work as a team? What makes a great team? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright go back in time to Cinema Therapy’s origin story when Jono and Alan bonded over Firefly. They discuss the eight principles for uniting a team as portrayed by the Firefly crew. The members of the crew all have different ways of living and thinking, but they come to form a family. Jono and Alan share why this diverse crew works so well together, they marvel at the perfect chemistry of the cast, and of course, they geek out a lot. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Are the bad guys naturally bad or are they socialized that way? Have you ever been given a second chance? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are reacting to Ocean's Eleven for kids, The Bad Guys! They discuss why the bad guys never had a chance to be good but how they warm up to the idea of change for the better. Jono analyzes the trope of bad being cool and how the bad guys deal with fear, insecurity, denial, and self-loathing. And they both rave about how cool the animation is. This movie drips cool! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you handle pressure, expectations, and finding your sense of self? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and Cinema Therapy producer Sophie Téllez are reacting to Miles Morales and his journey in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. They discuss how Miles struggles to grow into himself and his power. Jono notes how much “shoulding” Miles endures, and Alan and Sophie nerd out about the groundbreaking animation. And Alan wants to go to Lord and Miller film school. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Is Love Actually actually about love? Or is it more about infatuation? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright rank the relationships in Love, Actually to show which ones are the healthiest, and which ones seemed doomed for failure (or at least some pretty major problems to work through.) Love Actually is in love with the idea of love, but there's a difference between love, lust, and infatuation -- it takes a lot more to make a lasting relationship work than the infatuation most of the relationships in this movie are based on. Among a cast of great actors, Emma Thompson's and Alan Rickman's performances are (unsurprisingly) phenomenal and moving, and give us a chance to learn how to rebuild a damaged relationship. But even with the several bad relationships that teach us what not to do, there are also some good romantic relationships, friendships, and family relationships we can learn from too. (Who doesn't love Liam Neeson and Thomas Brodie-Sangster's sweet story?) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Which Christmas romances do you think would last? Do you like Christmas romance movies? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and guest Shona Kay are diving into the world of Christmas romance movies. They’re ranking the healthiness of Christmas romances spanning across the decades: Richard and Amber from A Christmas Prince, Sawyer and Landon from A Fiancé for Christmas, Abby and Harper from Happiest Season, Kate and Tom from Last Christmas, Bob and Betty from White Christmas, and Amanda and Graham and Iris and Miles from The Holiday. They look out for healthy relationship signs and the bad ones, all while enjoying the cheesiness of the genre. There’s some arguments about which movies they liked, and they get distracted by all the pretty people. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to our sponsor http://snhu.edu/CinemaTherapy and start earning your psychology degree completely online. What makes a family bond strong and long-lasting? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are talking about five keys to happy families with the beloved Weasley family from the Harry Potter series. They discuss how the Weasleys lead with love, have fun and bond, stand up for each other, and show support and comfort during good and hard times. They praise the production designers and the brilliant actors for portraying the love and care of the Weasleys. Alan wants to snuggle up in a corner of the Burrow, and Jono is trademarking his term Microaffection™. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Corinne Demyanovich, Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Head to https://go.factor75.com/CINEMATHERAPY60 and use code CINEMATHERAPY60 for 60% off your first Factor box! How do your thoughts and actions impact yourself and others? What can you do to overcome guilt and heal past mistakes? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are celebrating the holidays by watching The Muppet Christmas Carol. They follow Scrooge’s journey of exploring his guilt, learning hard lessons, and getting ghost therapy. Jonathan diagnoses Scrooge with Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder and talks about how that, coupled with him being miserly and a jerk, is why he starts off as a villain. And Alan shares the magic of filming and acting with muppets and why he hopes to end up in muppet hell. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do you find happiness and purpose in life after loss? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are both crying because they’re reacting to Pixar’s Up. They talk about Carl’s reluctance to move on and find a new life without Ellie, and they cry watching the montage about their life. They talk about Pixar’s perfect screenplay and physical comedy, and they cry about that. They discuss how life can continue after loss, finding new joys and purpose, and Jonathan almost leaves and lets Alan do the show by himself because Up is his kryptonite.. Oh, and Michael Giacchino’s heart-wrenching score makes them cry too. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://buyraycon.com/cinematherapy ! Brought to you by Raycon. What is your center and how do you find it? How do you go from isolation to belonging? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are talking about finding your center (purpose) by following Jack Frost’s hero journey in Rise of the Guardians. They discuss Jack’s transition from isolation to becoming a Guardian. Alan complains about Jack’s magic frost powers and memory loss not making sense and why Chris Pine was miscast, while Jono tries to ship Elsa and Jack Frost… Alan doesn’t like that either. But he does love Alec Baldwin's Russian Santa! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Emily Colton Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What is the difference between love and attraction? Can you fall in love with someone you don’t initially get along with? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright compare the many couples from Enchanted, particularly Giselle and Edward and Giselle and Robert. They talk about what love is and why the classic love at first sight and true love’s kiss tropes don’t work. They discuss what it’s like to play a cartoon character in live action, and why Amy Adams nails it. They’re excited for Enchanted 2 and what Giselle and Robert’s relationship looks like years later. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get an extra $50 off on any Kamikoto purchase with discount code CINEMA50, on top of other special offers at https://kamikoto.com/CINEMA50 How can you be brave in the face of fear? What is the key to working through hardship? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are jumping into the fantastical world of Spirited Away. They talk about Chihiro’s journey from fearing everything to being incredible brave, and how she works through her fears to achieve great things. They discuss how Studio Ghibli movies have a magical balance of being nonsensical and weird but somehow relatable to everyone. And they learn how bath houses work. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at https://stamps.com/cinematherapy. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! How do you cope with the anger and pain of not belonging? What leads people down a path of revenge? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and guest Stacey Harkey take a look at Michael B. Jordan’s powerful performance as Killmonger from Black Panther. They talk about Killmonger’s complicated relationship with revenge and justice, why he’s probably the best movie villain ever, and why the character resonates so strongly with Stacey. And they marvel at how inspiring and cool Michael B. Jordan is. See more from Stacey Harkey at https://www.youtube.com/JKStudiosOfficial and @staceyharkey on Instagram. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Just because there's chemistry and someone's pretty, does that make it love? NO! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about a couple that would have desperately needed therapy to make their relationship last in the way it seems to in this movie... Noah and Allie in the Notebook! Seriously, how did they go from fighting all the time, and being so manipulative and awful, to a sweet, loving old couple? It very much feels like the stories of two separate couples -- and not just because the old couple isn't played by Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams. Jonathan talks about the difference between love and attraction and the horribly problematic aspects of their relationship, Alan talks about some of his problems and questions with the filmmaking (why are there sooooo many geese??), but they both agree that the leads have great chemistry. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Use code CINEMATHERAPY60 to get 60% off your first Factor box at https://bit.ly/3UR66TS! What is the difference between lust and love? Or between obsession and love? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright use the relationships in The Phantom of the Opera to talk about healthy and unhealthy relationships. They take a look at the possessive, obsessive, controlling nature of the relationship between the Phantom and Christine, and how the Phantom takes advantage of her grief and her naivety. Then they contrast that with Christine's relationship with Raoul, and how that one doesn't start in the best place (Raoul doesn't really listen to her at first...) but grows into a healthier relationship about sharing a life together. They also talk about how Emmy Rossum is a fantastic Christine, Minnie Driver is delightful, and they, um... disagree about Gerard Butler and some of the filmmaking choices. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Corinne Demyanovich Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

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Go to https://buyraycon.com/cinematherapy for 15% off your order! Brought to you by Raycon. What's it like walking in someone else's shoes? (Literally?) What can you learn from different perspectives and life experiences? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Your Name and how it explores some of these themes. They talk about the importance of perspective taking, the unique sci-fi style twist to that concept in this movie, and how these characters learn from each other and discover new ways of thinking and doing things. They talk about how much Alan absolutely loves this movie - from the gorgeous anime art style, to the script, to the perfect balance between fun, serious, and heartfelt in the story. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Start building your ideal daily routine! The first 500 people who click on the link will get 25% OFF on Fabulous Premium https://thefab.co/cinematherapy2 What did Marvel's Moon Knight get right about Dissociative Identity Disorder? Quite a bit, actually! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright dive into the psychology and mental health in this series, particularly with Oscar Isaac's portrayal of Marc Spector and Steven Grant. This show has amazing visual effects and action scenes, spectacular performances from Oscar Isaac, Ethan Hawke, and May Calamawy, and an entire episode that's almost all about mental health and psychology! (In which Arthur Harrow is somehow actually a really good therapist/psychiatrist.) We talk about how DID is shown with a level of both compassion and accuracy that you don't typically see on screen. Ya know, aside from the superhero elements and ancient Egyptian gods. That's less real. We think... Watch our other episodes about DID: Split: https://youtu.be/dqs9VUzyz8o Gollum/Smeagol: https://youtu.be/rmNyqGEJvVs Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Is SPLIT an accurate portrayal of Dissociative Identity Disorder? Mostly no. But it does get some things right! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the many identities of James McAvoy in one of M. Night Shyamalan's best (if not clinically accurate) films. (And some of McAvoy's best performances! Seriously, incredible work.) They talk about how trauma can lead to Dissociative Identity Disorder, what DID systems look like in real life, the therapist in the film and what she gets right and wrong in working with this DID system, and the spectacular story telling and performances in Split. It's a balance between loving this movie as an interesting and entertaining film, and recognizing the problems with the mental health portrayals. Watch our other episodes about DID: Moon Knight: https://youtu.be/Yr6tO2j5v9g Gollum/Smeagol: https://youtu.be/rmNyqGEJvVs Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Use code CINEMATHERAPY130 to get $130 off Factor at https://go.factor75.com/CINEMATHERAPY130 ! Would any of these Disney couples actually live happily ever after? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright dive back into the world of Disney animation for round two of ranking Disney romances! They're taking a look at 5 more classic Disney couples to see what's good, what's bad, and what's ugly. This time we've got The Aristocats (Duchess and O'Malley), Hercules (Hercules and Meg), Mulan (Mulan and Shang), The Princess and the Frog (Tiana and Naveen), and Tarzan (Tarzan and Jane) to see which couples might be headed for tough times ahead, and which seem to be on pretty good footing to get to happily ever after. From lying about their identity or goals, to facing preconceived notions about people or life, to literally dying, there's some pretty big hurdles for some of these couples to overcome. Watch the first round of Ranking Disney Romances: https://youtu.be/qnLklLumhqY Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Does anything we do matter? Or does EVERYTHING we do matter? Or is everything just on a bagel? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Jonathan's new favorite film, Everything Everywhere All At Once, to explore themes of family dynamics, forgiveness, the power of kindness, nihilism, love, existential crises, mother-daughter relationships, romantic relationships, and a whole lot more. Because this movie really does have everything. Everywhere. All at once. They talk about the fantastic performances by Michelle Yeoh, Stephanie Hsu, Ke Huy Quan, and of course Racacoonie. And how a scene where people have hot dog fingers, or even where they're rocks, can have such an emotional impact. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Thanks Allform for sponsoring! Click here https://www.allform.com/cinematherapy for 20% off the sofa of your choice! We chose the blue four-seat sofa with a chaise. #allformusicandmusicforall How do you handle challenges in your relationships? What role do memories play in our personal growth? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Joel and Clementine's relationship in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. They talk about some of the things that went wrong in their relationship, how they could have handled their conflicts and differences better, the desire to hide from our painful memories, and the great filmmaking techniques, especially in the memory sequences. And of course the great performances from Kate Winslet and Jim Carrey. Check out some behind-the-scenes from our short film Moonstruck: https://youtu.be/cPVpNQrcipI Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Parenting done properly is a heroic act. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright share some of the parenting lessons we can learn from Mr. and Mrs. Incredible. They talk about how parenting takes sacrifice, healthy boundaries, and a lot of endurance. Bob and Helen Parr show us how being present, showing love, and taking accountability are crucial components of parenting even when your kids are super! And Alan and Jonathan can attest that even if your kids are just normal, this is still true. They talk about the amazing physical comedy, how relatable so many of the parenting scenes are, how this might be the best superhero movie ever. Check out a sneak peek behind the scenes for Moonstruck: https://youtu.be/cPVpNQrcipI Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get Surfshark VPN at https://Surfshark.deals/CINEMATHERAPY and enter promo code CINEMATHERAPY for 83% off and 3 extra months for FREE! How do you find hope after devastation or trauma? How do you handle the pain of people you care about? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about some of the answers to those questions from the coming of age story for Charlie in The Perks of Being a Wallflower. They take a look at acceptance (of yourself, of others, and from others), healing from past trauma, mental health, finding love and friendship, and how this feels authentic to a lot of the teen experience. They also talk about the fabulous performances from Logan Lerman and Emma Watson, but really mostly Paul Rudd because he's always the best. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://valenciatheaterseating.com for comfortable, customizable cushions... we mean home theater seats. How do you handle the people love you changing? How do you deal with loss of loved ones? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the relationship between sisters Vi and Powder/Jinx in Arcane League of Legends to talk about loss, trauma, grief, guilt, psychosis, anger, and a whole lots more. There's a LOT to unpack with these characters and this relationship! They talk about Powder's journey to becoming Jinx, Vi's journey of trying to protect her sister and facing the reality of who her sister has become, the incredible Art Deco/art nouveau world and the stunning animation style of this series. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Click here https://www.helixsleep.com/cinematherapy for up to $200 off your Helix Sleep mattress plus two free pillows! Free shipping within the US! #helixsleep How do you face grief and loss? How can you let go - of people, of pain, of control? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss the grieving process through the film A Monster Calls. They take a look at what to do when you feel powerless and can't fix things, how we can face the pain of a situation, the loss of a parent, and the beautiful storytelling and filmmaking in this movie. And of course they cry a lot! Check out a sneak peek behind the scenes for Moonstruck: https://youtu.be/cPVpNQrcipI Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you heal from trauma? How do you continue to live your life after traumatic things happen to you or people you love? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by Dr. Tracey Marks to discuss Cassie's journey in Promising Young Woman from seeking revenge (or a distorted type of justice?) for her friend, to starting to heal, to spiraling back into revenge after feeling betrayed. They talk about how people can heal from trauma and loss, sexism and some of the other toxic cultural aspects that lead to this type of trauma, a bit of the psychology behind revenge, and Carey Mulligan's and Bo Burnham's phenomenal performances. If you or someone you know is dealing with trauma, go to https://mendedlight.com for resources to help you in your healing process. See more from Dr. Marks on her website https://markspsychiatry.com or her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/DrTraceyMarks Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Learn more about Cosmos Laser 4K: https://seenebula.co/CinemaTherapy Cosmo Laser 4K: $500 off US: CT4KUS007 (8/22-8/27) £300 off UK: CT4K007UK (8/22~8/27, 100 off coupon + 200 off code) €500 off DE: CT4K007DE (8/22-8/27, 200off coupon + 300off code) Cosmos Laser 1080P: $500 off US: 1080PCTUS (8/22-8/27) £300 off UK: 1080PCTUK (8/22~8/24 code，8/25~8/27 deal discount） €500 off DE: 1080PCTDE (8/22-8/27, 300off coupon +200off code) #CosmosLaser Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright do a movie couple therapy session for the couple from Marriage Story to guide them through the messy and painful process of divorce. They take a look at some of what went wrong in Charlie and Nicole's relationship, what could have helped them navigate their conflicts and divorce in a healthier way, the phenomenal performances from Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver (and Laura Dern too!), and how the dialogue feels so true to life. And how both main characters somehow feel like both the protagonist and the antagonist. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How much responsibility is too much? How do you face challenges in the wake of loss? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the coming of age story of Tom Holland's Spider-Man. As he faces the massive pressure from Tony Stark and the Avengers to help save the world, then loses mentor after mentor (some to death and some because they lose his respect), he makes mistakes and succumbs to feelings of anger and revenge. But, we see how good friends and mentors can help us through grief and struggles, and how Peter Parker steps into the role of a leader. And we cry, a lot. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Get Surfshark VPN at https://Surfshark.deals/CINEMATHERAPY and enter promo code CINEMATHERAPY for 83% off and 3 extra months for FREE! Can narcissists get better? Can you have a healthy relationship with a narcissist? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at one of their favorite heroes with narcissistic tendencies - LEGO Batman! They talk about the four aspects of narcissism, how Batman's family loss causes him to push people away and put up a protective facade of confidence, how opening up to people helps him work through his trauma, and the fact that Will Arnett is a gift. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Use code CINEMATHERAPY130 to get $130 off Factor at https://go.factor75.com/CINEMATHERAPY130 ! Does belief in yourself actually make a difference? Is it the secret ingredient? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about some of the lessons we can learn from Po's journey and Master Oogway's and Master Shifu's advice in Dreamworks' Kung Fu Panda. They talk about how we can find inner peace, the importance of authenticity and embracing who you are, and the amazing physical comedy in this movie. Inner peace and mindfulness can help us with self-acceptance, as well as handling being stressed or anxious, and can definitely help us win chopstick dumpling kung fu fights. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you deal with loss, grief, and feelings of failure? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about Thor's journey, especially through Infinity War and Avenger's Endgame, when Thor has faced a lot of loss, feels he has failed at what he was supposed to do, and sometimes isn't handling things particularly well. But he learns to accept being who he is, and that he is still worthy. They also talk about how he gets to that point of acceptance, what helps him get through his trauma and loss, that Chris Hemsworth might be the best actor in the MCU, and how Alan is just very weird. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What makes love lasting? How do you know if it's actually love? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright look at the different relationships in Stardust to contrast infatuation and love. Tristan's relationship with Victoria is all about one-sided infatuation, him trying to prove himself worthy of her affection while she looks down on him (simp culture!). But Tristan's relationship with Yvaine is all about both of them growing as individuals, getting to know and care for each other, and reciprocal love and affection. We also get the single most important hair transformation for Charlie Cox, and possibly Robert De Niro's greatest performance. This movie is sheer delight! Check out some of the behind the scenes from Alan's short film (starring Jonathan!): https://youtu.be/cPVpNQrcipI Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Why is Harley Quinn often doing things to get attention? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright, along with editor, producer, and frequent guest Sophie Tellez, discuss the psychology behind Harley Quinn, why she acts the way she does, and why people love Margot Robbie's portrayal of this villain (anti-hero?). Jonathan discusses the codependency between Harley and the Joker, diagnoses her with Histrionic Personality Disorder, and dives into what that is and how she exhibits symptoms. Alan and Sophie talk about male gaze in the filmmaking, some of the great performances and production design, and fight over DC vs MCU. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Sophie Téllez Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. Can Thor's family overcome all the betrayal, loss, lies, and hurt to have healthy family relationships? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are here to do a session of systemic family therapy for some of their favorite characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With Odin's intense expectations and pressure he puts on his kids, Loki discovering he was adopted, Frigga's death, Thor feeling betrayed by both his father and brother (and later his sister Hella, who he didn't even know existed!), there's a lot that this family needs to work through. They talk about how the Thor franchise starts out quite Shakespearean under Kenneth Branagh's direction, and veers into a bit more humor and absurdity under Taika Waititi, but keeps its roots. And how Chris Hemsworth just might be the best actor in the entire MCU. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What happens when you try to control your child's path in life? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune and contrast Duke Leto's and Lady Jessica's approaches to parenting. Paul Atreides has some complicated relationships with his parents, dealing with intense expectations from his parents, control, some moments of positive and negative parenting, and a whole lot of sand. We talk about the importance of honoring your child's free will, how much we love Oscar Isaac, and geek out a bit about this sci-fi classic. Watch a behind the scenes sneak peek of Moonstruck (Alan and Jono's short film): https://youtu.be/cPVpNQrcipI Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you move forward after loss? How do you get back up when facing grief? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and professional stunt man Omar Zaki (who was actually a body double/stand-in for Andrew Garfield in No Way Home!!!) take a look at Andrew Garfield's portrayal of Peter Parker and what we can learn about dealing with grief and loss from The Amazing Spider-Man. Peter loses a lot of people in a very short time, and it gets hard for him to do the right thing rather than seek revenge or get bitter. But, he does show us a thing or two about how to keep doing the right thing even when it's hard, even when life is hard. And he has arguably the most fun being Spider-Man of any of the Spider-Men (sorry Tobey). Because he's amazing. No really, he's amazing. Check out more awesome stunts and parkour from Omar: https://www.youtube.com/c/OmarZaki Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Ariel's relationship with her dad King Triton, her developing romance with Eric, and her concerning amount of hoarding. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Is Pride and Prejudice a better love story than Twilight? We definitely think so! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and Cinema Therapy writer/producer Megan Seawright take a look at why the classic Jane Austen enemies to lovers story actually works, why people still love it today, and whether or not Darcy and Elizabeth are actually a good match. They're talking about what it takes to actually change, to acknowledge when you're wrong, and to overcome your pride and prejudice to see people for who they truly are. And how Megan and Alan's relationship started out a bit like Darcy and Elizabeth's... Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What can help people actually change? And make lasting change? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Marvel's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings to see what we can learn from the villain, Shang-Chi's dad, Wenwu (Tony Leung). As far as villains go, he's one of the best in a recent movie, and gives us a lot to think about with his relationships with his kids and his wife, his motivation to change, and then slipping back into old habits. We take a look at the problem with changing for someone else, the damage when we lash out in anger or hold on to fear, and the awesome Jackie Chan style action sequences! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How can you build friendships that last to infinity and beyond? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the characteristics of strong friendships as shown by the characters in Pixar's Toy Story franchise, especially Woody and Buzz. These characters show what it's like to maintain friendship even when you disagree or face hard times. It's about supporting each other (even when you're having an existential crisis when you realize you're a toy), being real with each other (like telling your friend he's not a space ranger), caring for one another, and having awesome catchphrases. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. Which Disney couples would be most (or least) likely to live happily ever after? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at these six iconic Disney couples to see which ones are quite unhealthy, and which ones might actually have the foundation for a lasting relationship: Aladdin and Jasmine, Cinderella and Prince Charming, Fix-it-Felix and Calhoun (Wreck-it-Ralph), Rapunzel and Eugene (Tangled), Simba and Nala (The Lion King), and Snow White and Prince Florian. We take a look at things like love at first sight, honesty, healthy conflict resolution, consent, and more in this round one of ranking Disney romances. (Sorry it's only six - that's all we could cram into one episode and still have time to talk about what makes the relationships good or bad! But we'll do this again, probably.) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you move forward from trauma and not let it define you? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by composer Caleb Blood to take a journey on the Fury Road for a look at the character of Max Rockatansky (Tom Hardy) and his journey facing PTSD. What a lovely day! They talk about Max's symptoms of PTSD, how he learns to build trust and connection, the ways he displays healthy masculinity, and how George Miller created an incredible film. There's advice for trauma recovery, some geeking out over the score and the action scenes, and some talk about how we can find healing in our own lives. Check out our other Mad Max episode, all about Furiosa: https://youtu.be/2_2FpmlZwIk Listen to some of Caleb's awesome music: https://calebblood.com Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How can you pave your own path and honor the traditions of your family? How can you heal damaged relationships in your family? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by filmmaker (and Cinema Therapy associate producer/editor) Sophie Telléz to take a look at the mother-daughter relationships in Pixar's Turning Red. They talk about the struggles of growing up and finding your path, the importance of friendship and relationships, the power of stories for modeling behaviors and helping us heal, and accepting all parts of ourselves (even the parts we think are "messy"). And of course the amazing animation, boy band music, and ability of Pixar to make us cry. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Sophie Telléz Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Go to https://betterhelp.com/cinematherapy for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. Why won't they talk about Bruno? We're going to, family rules be d*#$%d! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are back with more of Disney's (we're not ashamed to say it, MASTERPIECE) ENCANTO, and they're breaking the rules by talking about Bruno, and why his family avoids talking about him. Watch our Encanto episode: https://youtu.be/X2agMBdnv3c Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What does it mean to be a leader? Our princess, our general, Leia Organa can teach us a lot about how to be a leader. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and guest filmmaker/podcaster Matt Schrader dive into the Star Wars universe to look at leadership skills, role models, relationships, and more. Leia embodies confidence, leading by example, and problem solving. And of course, Carrie Fisher's fabulous performance enhances all of this because she can command the screen even against Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, and so many other talented actors. Check out the Blockbuster podcast to hear more from Matt! https://www.getblockbuster.com Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by Dr. Imani Walker to discuss recovering from trauma through the characters of Imperator Furiosa (Charlize Theron) and the brides, as depicted in director George Miller's absolutely brilliant and insane Mad Max Fury Road. They talk about Immortan Joe's narcissism, controlling and abusive behavior, and gaslighting. And they take a look at Furiosa's journey to find healing and redemption, and how helping rescue the brides and learning to trust other people like Mad Max (Tom Hardy) was part of that journey for her. Furiosa and the brides go on a literal journey away from their abuser, and then to face him head on, representing their emotional journey of healing from abuse. See more from Dr. Imani Walker: https://www.doctor-imani.com @doctor.imani on Instagram Check out our other Mad Max episode (all about Max Rockatansky): https://youtu.be/ab7qyYYyMAQ For another video about escaping from a narcissist, check out our Invisible Man episode: https://youtu.be/7JtVSXKCANg Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What does it take to make a relationship work? And can you have a healthy relationship after going through a rough patch? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the relationship between Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) and Mary Jane Watson (Kirsten Dunst) from director Sam Raimi’s original Spider-Man Trilogy, to see what struggles they had in their relationship, and what would have helped them work through them. It's couples therapy for Peter and MJ! And they definitely would have needed it after all they went through... from Peter having a hard time expressing his feelings and telling the truth, to their on-again-off-again-dating-his-best-friend thing, to him being genuinely awful to her in Spider-Man 3. Jonathan gives some tips that we can all use in our relationships, Alan geeks out about the camera work and score, and they get trolled by the editor over who's the best Peter Parker. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

What do you do when you feel so angry you just want to smash something? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Bruce Banner/the Hulk to see what we can learn about anger management. Hulk is a warning against unmanaged anger, but also a decent blueprint for dealing with anger in real life. They talk about how anger isn't an inherently bad thing, though being "always angry" maybe isn't the healthiest... finding healthy outlets for anger, and how the duality of Banner/Hulk is a heightened version of what most people deal with -- having different sides of ourselves and learning to recognize and manage our emotions. We even get into a bit of neuroscience, and talk about the different portrayals of Bruce Banner/Hulk by Edward Norton and Mark Ruffalo. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling and Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How does Hiro find healing and move forward after losing his brother? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the stages of grief as seen in Big Hero 6 as Baymax and Hiro's friends help him through his grief and find healing and meaning after loss. They talk about the themes of choosing who we want to be and how Hiro's grief process helps him figure out who he wants to be, honoring the departed, the brother relationship between Hiro and Tadashi, and the truly incredible animation and physical comedy of Baymax. Also, this movie broke us. (Yes, there are tears. #cryingwithalan) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Is What About Bob actually a horror film? It kind of is for therapists... Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the therapist/client relationship in What About Bob, and how Bill Murray's character, while sometimes charming and hilarious, is way out of line, and Richard Dreyfuss (the therapist), while often arrogant and narcissistic, is actually right a lot of the time. They talk about the importance of boundaries, which therapeutic techniques in the film are actually good advice, and which ones are not so good. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Are Snape's feelings for Lily actually love? Is he a hero, villain, antihero, or just a traumatized bully? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright continue their analysis of Severus Snape, looking at how he helped Harry and Dumbledore (and the world), but also terrorized students and others in his life, including those he claimed to care about. They talk about Snape's relationship with Lily Potter (how unhealthy was it??), Alan Rickman's phenomenal performance, Snape's mentor relationship with Malfoy, and some of the differences between book Snape and movie Snape. Watch part 1 here: https://youtu.be/7KaN5cbz1nU Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

Is Severus Snape a hero or a villain? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take an in-depth look at the character of Severus Snape - what makes him heroic, what makes him villainous, and how love and bitterness shaped him. They talk about his bullying of Harry and other students, his relationship with Lily, his loyalty to Dumbledore, and how absolutely iconic Alan Rickman is in this role. Watch part 2 here: https://youtu.be/wEUz8rSSu9Q Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems Connect with us! Website: https://www.thecinematherapy.com Discord: https://discord.gg/NmbFhr8tfu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy_cinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapy_cinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/therapy_cinema Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therapycinema

How do you know if you're compatible with someone? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the love triangle in Titanic to see if Rose's love interests were actually a good fit for her. As you get to know someone in a relationship, they'll reveal their character to you, but how can you tell early on? Rose DeWitt-Bukater only knew Jack Dawson for a few short days, and they came from very different backgrounds. Rose and Cal Hockley had known each other longer, and came from similar backgrounds, but compatibility is a lot more than that. Jonathan shares some tips for assessing compatibility, picking the right partner, and building a relationship on a strong foundation. And Alan geeks out about James Cameron's awesomeness, the incredible performances from Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, and Kathy Bates, and how making the boat a character was sheer cinematic genius. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by Gabe Kapler, manager of the San Francisco Giants, to discuss how men's mental health, toxic masculinity, and more are explored in Fight Club. Watch part 1 here: https://youtu.be/MWDeRcXevic Drew Robinson's story: https://youtu.be/tv0xvFD_UHE Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems

What does it mean to be a man? This is the central question of Fight Club. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by guest Gabe Kapler, manager of the San Francisco Giants, to talk about men's mental health, healthy masculinity, and advocating for that in the sports world and in society. They talk about how Fight Club is an exploration of masculinity and the expectations of men, and how seeing masculinity as only tough, aggressive, and hyper-sexual is limiting and damaging to men's mental health and well-being. Also, Alan may have been in a fight club in college, but he didn't look like Brad Pitt. Which is deeply frustrating to him because Gabe REALLY does. No, YOU'VE got feelings of inadequacy related to the objectification of... listen, just leave Alan alone. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Cruella's backstory -- how she blamed herself for her mother's death, how she struggled to make her way in a creative profession, how she has to prove she's better than the baroness. She felt weak and powerless as Estella, but the persona of Cruella allowed her to exert her power and express her creativity, and often manifests itself as a state of hypomania. They also talk about the phenomenal performances from Emma Stone and Emma Thompson, the spectacular costumes, and how much fun it is to watch Cruella really lean into her villainy. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems

What is the difference between niceness and goodness? Megamind is all about one guy who doesn't understand the difference, and another who learns the difference. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about Nice Guy Syndrome, especially as seen in the character of Hal/Tighten (Jonah Hill) and how he thinks he deserves or can earn Roxanne's affection. But also how Megamind (Will Ferrell) learns what it really means to be good, how Roxanne (Tina Fey) and Metro Man (Brad Pitt) go against stereotypes, and the absolutely fabulous humor in this movie. They also give some advice for recovering "Nice Guys" or guys who realize they've maybe internalized some of these ideas, especially around romantic relationships, and want to actually be good instead of just "nice." Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Sophie Tellez Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Translation by: Juan Willems

What do you do when you're feeling pressure like a drip, drip, drip that'll never stop? How do you handle the pressure -- from yourself or other people in your life -- to be perfect or to live up to expectations? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the theme of toxic perfectionism in Disney's Encanto. They talk about how to handle the pressure, how to heal family relationships, how to look past our assumptions about people, and how to accept yourself and the people in your life for who you are. And about how Lin Manuel Miranda is a genius, the amazing artistry in this film, and a whole lot more. But not Bruno. We don't talk about Bruno. Pssst... we talked about Bruno in another video: https://youtu.be/jAJsrkGgtjg Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Translation by: Juan Willems

Can fear ever be a good thing? For Bruce Wayne, his fear and grief are motivators for the good he does. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss Christian Bale's portrayal of Bruce Wayne/Batman, and his journey to not be defined by his grief, fear, or failures, but to use them to do good and help others. Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy helps us explore how we can challenge our fears and anxieties, develop and maintain our morality in the face of difficult circumstances, and move through persistent and complex grief. These films are thematically rich, visually stunning, have a fabulous score, and give Jonathan a chance to show off with big words like chiroptophobia. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined in this episode by Cinema Therapy's associate producer and editor, Sophie Téllez, to talk about how this Korean zombie movie is one of the most emotionally impactful movies they've all seen in recent years. Seriously, it's supposed to scare you, not make you cry your eyes out! (But it manages to do both spectacularly.) Train to Busan addresses family dynamics and relationships, especially father roles, and what we're willing to sacrifice for the ones we love. And it's a unique zombie story, with clever characters and plot points, and an emotional gut punch. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Sophie Téllez Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems

We see a lot of repeated tropes in romantic comedies, but do we see any of those same things in real life? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright walk through ten of their least favorite rom com tropes -- from things that would never happen in real life, to things that would be super creepy if they did, and some that actually happen a lot in real life and what we can learn from that. They break down some of the things that make these onscreen relationships unhealthy, and some of the qualities and actions that make a stable, healthy relationship and how to implement these in our own relationships. And this gives them an excuse to cram in a whole lot of references to their favorite and least favorite rom coms! (Because they don't actually hate rom coms, just some of the tropes that perpetuate unhealthy relationships.) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker goes toe to toe with Alex Hitchins, the "Date Doctor," with filmmaker Alan Seawright to break down some of the love advice in this movie to see what's good dating and relationship advice and what isn't. They share some of their own dating stories, how Will Smith's character actually learns and grows into understanding relationships more throughout the movie, and the importance of listening, honesty, and being yourself in a relationship. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Emily Colton & Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How do you deal with family members who just don't understand you? How can you build bridges and healthy relationships when you feel like you have nothing in common? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the absolutely spectacular weirdness of the Mitchell family in The Mitchells vs the Machines. This movie is insightful, funny, and teaches us a lot about family relationships, growing up, accepting each other's uniqueness, and how to defeat the robot uprising. It is a truly amazing screenplay. A lot of us can relate to the family relationships in this movie... especially Alan (and probably a lot of other people who work in the film industry and relate to Katie Mitchell.) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Can you overcome greed and selfishness? Can compassion help someone who's been through and done things like Gollum has? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about some of the aspects of Gollum's personality and journey that could be seen as mental illness, what aspects are just choices he makes, and what may be caused by circumstances he finds himself in (or supernatural powers like the ring. I mean, the precious.) They talk about the differences between multiple personality disorder and dissociative identity disorder, our potential for greed and selfishness, how understanding leads to compassion and compassion leads to healing, and why the Lord of the Rings is one of their favorite trilogies of all time. They also do some pretty great Gollum impressions (and give serious props to Andy Serkis and the VFX team). Jonathan's note: while the clinical information presented in this episode is accurate, there is more to the story. Since filming I have gained insight from several persons with dissociative identity disorder. In some cases it is not experienced as a core personality with alters to be integrated, but as a system of personalities living harmoniously. In these cases, there is nothing to "cure." There is more to cover on this subject and we look forward to doing so in future videos. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Can someone actually get red out of their ledger? Can they repair their wrongs and find healing? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about Natasha Romanoff's (Black Widow's) journey to try to get red out of her ledger, as she moves from assassin to hero to healer. They discuss how we can each right some of the wrongs in our lives and make changes and amends. For Natasha it included becoming an Avenger, dedicating her life to helping people (like freeing the other widows, including her sister Yelena played absolutely brilliantly by Florence Pugh), and eventually finding peace with herself and giving her life. Thanks for making Alan cry again, ScarJo. And for giving him an opportunity to go toe-to-toe with David Harbour to compare their Russian accents and beards. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Silenzio Bruno!! How can you silence your doubts and fears? How can you be your authentic self? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright explore these topics in Pixar's Luca, and how sharing who we are brings healthier relationships and helps us find joy and growth on the other side of fear and insecurity. They talk about the themes of acceptance with family, friends, and our broader community, especially if that community includes land monsters and fish boys. And how Pixar animators are absolutely brilliant and somehow made it look like this was filmed inside an adorable Italian diorama. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Watch some of our other Pixar episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62U9aafyw0m1x0M4b55fQ0XZ Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How can you navigate change, stress, or sadness? How can you be a good parent as your kids navigate those emotions? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright look to the absolutely delightful anime My Neighbor Totoro for some of the answers. This film is in many ways a guidebook for warm, affirming parenting as both the mother and father show love toward their children, and listen to their stories and concerns. For all the surreal and fantastical elements in this movie (like the giant cat bus, the soot sprites, and of course Totoro), it shows pretty realistic relationships between Mei and Satsuki and how they deal with their mother's illness. This movie just feels like wrapping up in a blanket of love and goodness. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaeling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How can you find purpose and direction for your life? How can the choices you make help you find purpose and meaning? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright dive down the rabbit hole of the Matrix trilogy. They discuss the impacts of nature vs nurture on our lives, how we can learn and progress in whatever circumstances we face or whatever our past looks like. And also how utterly cool some of the action scenes are, Neo as a Christ allegory, and how the Wachowskis always crank it up to 11. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

We did it. We reached the end of the Twilight Saga. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright made it through the final installment in the Twilight franchise, from the horror-scene birth, to the creepy CGI baby, to the nightmare that is imprinting. But at least Kristen Stewart finally gets to have a little fun! And there's some kinda-cool action scenes (even if none of them actually happen) to talk about. And Jonathan gets to be done with the torture of the toxic, dysfunctional love-triangle-turned-weird-in-law-situation that is Bella, Edward, and Jacob. Check out our other episodes on the Twilight saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1: https://youtu.be/oBxFfTzXcJQ Twilight Saga playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Jonathan and Alan have almost reached the end of the Twilight saga. Can they make it through? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright break down what's wrong with the relationships in Breaking Dawn. There's some pretty toxic messaging about romantic relationships, with manipulation and abuse and lots of other issues, but at least the plot gets a little more fun! Or at least there's more supernatural punching and a creepy CG baby, and some decent filmmaking happening at times. And Kristen Stewart staring blankly for long periods of time. But also some decent acting at times! It's a nice change of pace! We finally finish out the series in Breaking Dawn part 2: https://youtu.be/LpVngOxmgjE And check out all our other episodes on the Twilight saga: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How can you move forward and start to find healing after facing trauma? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the trauma Katniss faced in her childhood, in the Hunger Games, and that she continues to face throughout her story. They discuss the differences between PTSD and CPTSD (complex PTSD), trauma triggers, and finding healing and moving forward. Jennifer Lawrence's performance pulls the audience right into what she is feeling and experiencing, from the horror and the trauma, to the relationships, to becoming a public figurehead. In spite of hating being in the public eye or putting on a performance, she faces that fear/dislike to make an impact on something she cared about, and for Katniss it hinged on being true to herself. Check out Psychology of Hero: Katniss Everdeen part 1 here: https://youtu.be/b3Wn9lH9qdA Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How do you stay true to yourself, to your core values, when facing incredible challenges? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about Katniss Everdeen, the girl on fire, from the Hunger Games. They talk about the trauma she goes through, her integrity and compassion that drive her and give her strength, her relationships, and how absolutely phenomenal Jennifer Lawrence's performance is in this series. Because Katniss is able to stay true to herself and her values, to not be changed by the Capitol and everything Snow throws at her, she becomes a symbol even larger than herself. In part 2, we dive into complex PTSD and how Katniss deals with the trauma both from the arena and other aspects of her life: https://youtu.be/5SBvdzcC6jU Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

What can you do when you don't feel like you fit in? When you don't feel like you can fully be yourself? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright team up with psychiatrist Dr. Elliott Carthy to talk about acceptance -- of others, and of ourselves -- in Love, Simon. They talk about depictions of LGBTQ+ stories and stereotypes in the media. From personal experience, as well as media depictions, they discuss how each person's experience with coming out and/or coming to accept yourself is different, and the power of family and support when going through changes, growing into yourself, or facing difficult things. People don't fit into boxes - we're all complex, shades of gray, and we can't use stereotypes and cognitive shortcuts to box people in. See more from Dr. Elliott Carthy here: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrElliottCarthy Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Coco shows how forgiveness and acceptance can bring healing, not just to one person, but to generations. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about intergenerational trauma, grief and loss, and what it takes to heal relationships as seen in Pixar's Coco. They also talk about feeling like you don't fit in, family and tradition, the incredible animation, and yes, they both shed some tears. Of course. It's Pixar. Don't try to tell us you don't cry too when Miguel and Mama Coco sing "Remember Me" at the end of the movie. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Morticia and Gomez might be obsessed with death, but they keep their romance very much alive! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright explain how Morticia and Gomez's relationship in the 1990's Barry Sonnenfeld version of The Addams Family illustrates the principles from John Gottman's Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. They talk about the commitment and priority they place on their relationship, the brilliant comedy and acting from Raul Julia and Anjelica Huston, and what we can learn from all of it. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Check out some of our other episodes that talk about healthy romantic relationships: A Quiet Place: https://youtu.be/J3qsPHIHSKw Kristoff and Anna: https://youtu.be/XaVm9YenVJQ For more on healthy romance and sexuality in marriage, check out Jonathan's Mended Light video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3KStnTJw3U Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How can you overcome childhood trauma? And how can facing a scary clown help you with that? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss the journey of facing fears and confronting and overcoming trauma in the IT movies. They also talk about Jonathan's journey of learning to love horror movies, especially ones that are dark but still have heart and humanity, like this series. The phenomenal performances from the kids (especially Sophia Lillis, Finn Wolfhard, and Jack Dylan Grazer) in the cast really sell the whole thing, especially with how relatable it feels as they deal with bullying and other real-life struggles and fears, even if facing a psychotic supernatural clown is less realistic. We hope. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com For more of our thoughts about bullying and facing childhood trauma, check out this episode about Harry Potter: https://youtu.be/cVcPVn5Cwzg Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Why does trauma lead Picard to a place of rage? Why does Zefram Cochrane feel like an imposter in his success? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about Jean-Luc Picard's trauma response and journey of healing from PTSD from his encounter with the Borg and how it can apply to our own healing journeys. They also talk about how to face imposter syndrome, how Star Trek was Alan's first fandom, and how First Contact is really an action-horror film (Jonathan gets super grossed out from some of the shots in this movie). Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Watch our Tony Stark episodes talking about PTSD: https://youtu.be/WabG3H-QnFw https://youtu.be/PALQhiCo6hg Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

James Bond might seem suave and debonair, but he's got some pretty toxic traits when it comes to relationships. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about all the reasons you definitely shouldn't model your life or relationships after the way James Bond approaches relationships or treats women. They look at various iterations of Bond over the years - from Connery to Craig - breaking down some the character's most unhealthy approaches to relationships and how he treats women (hint: consent is key!), and some of the things he actually gets right. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Tale as old as time... girl becomes prisoner of terrifying beast, makes friends with his dishes and furniture, wears fancy ball gowns, falls in love... But is it Stockholm syndrome? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about what Stockholm syndrome is (and isn't) and whether Beauty and the Beast is an example of it. They also talk about Gaston's narcissism, Beast's redemption arc, and Belle's compassion. They also talk about the difference between love and possession, and the beautiful animation, art, music, and storytelling in this film. Watch some of our other episodes about narcissism: Gilderoy Lockhart https://youtu.be/99NA0m6FZRA Tony Stark (part 1) https://youtu.be/WabG3H-QnFw (part 2) https://youtu.be/PALQhiCo6hg Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Luke Mclean Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Why do Hiccup and Stoick struggle so much to connect with each other? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the father-son relationship in the How to Train Your Dragon movies. They talk about how Jay Baruchel's Hiccup and Gerard Butler's Stoick are so different from each other, how Hiccup feels like he doesn't fit in or live up to his dad's expectations, and the journey of how they come to understand each other. And of course how absolutely beautiful the animation and music are and how awesome the script is. Also, there are dragons, and tears. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Check out our Brave episode for another Scottish parent-child relationship analysis: https://youtu.be/QD1CJz2CbDM Watch Alan and Jono's movie, CTU: PROVO! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RJgD3C_7_0 Watch Jono's action films: https://www.youtube.com/c/JonathanDecker Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Luke Mclean Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

What do you do when you and your parent just don't connect? When they're critical, and you just want comfort? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the relationship between Sarah Connor (the RIPPED Linda Hamilton) and her son John Connor (the intensely 90's-haired Eddie Furlong) in Terminator 2. They talk about Sarah's PTSD, her harsh treatment of her son in an attempt to keep him safe, and John's need for connection (which leads to a friendship with robot Arnold Schwarzenegger) and coming to terms with who his mother is. Alan opens up about how this relates to his own relationship with his mother, and Jonathan shares thoughts on how to deal with difficult parent-child relationships in healthy ways. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaeling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How can you overcome your own prejudices and biases? How can you learn to understand and love people with different life experiences than you? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss seven tips to help you overcome prejudice, using examples from the film Philadelphia. They take a look at Denzel Washington's character in this movie, and how he moves from homophobia to building a genuine friendship with Tom Hanks' character, a gay man dying of AIDS. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Luke Mclean Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright explore the themes of depression, the need for social connections, and more from the anime film A Silent Voice. They talk about the impacts of bullying, healing relationships, and finding forgiveness for ourselves and others. Note: Apologies for the subtitles. We know they're missing the last letters of some lines - we tried everything we could to fix it, but alas... the universe was apparently working against us. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How does Robin Williams' portrayal of a therapist measure up to what therapy is like in real life? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Good Will Hunting to talk about the portrayals of therapy and therapists in this film. (Hint: he's Jonathan's favorite movie therapist.) They also talk about Matt Damon's character's journey, moving from pushing people away to facing his past trauma and learning to be vulnerable. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Learn more about Jonathan's trauma-healing program at https://mendedlight.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the importance of consent, taking ownership for our mistakes, and honoring other people's rights to make their own decisions. And how Edward and Jacob REALLY struggle with this! Run away Bella!! You can find someone who will be all sweet and sparkly and devoted to you, but not be a creepy stalker or manipulative abuser. You deserve better Bella! Or at least those of us watching the Twilight films deserve better than to watch these horrible relationships and see them romanticized and idolized. Check out our other Twilight Take Downs: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright continue the agony of watching the Twilight saga with Eclipse, and break down Edward and Jacob's terrible manipulation and control toward Bella. To Bella's credit, she actually stands up to them a few times, but they don't seem to learn a lot about actually respecting her free will, boundaries, or consent. It's gross. Check out our other Twilight Take Downs: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

We all know Regina George is a "mean girl" but she's definitely not the only one being manipulative and mean in Mean Girls. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by Dr. Stephanie Sarkis to talk about Regina, Cady, Janis, and the toxic patterns of manipulation and narcissism we see in this movie. They also talk about the social structures and what it means to be a "mean girl," how both Regina and Janis try to manipulate Cady, and the awesome performances from Rachel McAdams, Lindsay Lohan, Lizzy Caplan, and the real hero of the movie - Tina Fey. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Check out our "11 signs of Gaslighting" video inspired by Dr. Sarkis's work: https://youtu.be/Efua__7B7j4 And see more from THE Stephanie! https://www.youtube.com/stephaniesarkis http://stephaniesarkis.com https://twitter.com/StephanieSarkis Check out our video about Aragorn and toxic masculinity: https://youtu.be/pv_KAnY5XNQ Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Jenna Schaelling Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Anna is in many ways the opposite of her sister Elsa - she is open, trusting, warm, and loyal. This turns out to be both and strength and a weakness for Anna. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss Anna's journey from anxious attachment to healthier relationships. Because of being pushed away by her sister and isolated from other people, she tries, sometimes a little desperately, to form close relationships and keep people close to her. They talk about how this can open you up to manipulation, and how to move to healthier attachment. Watch our Elsa episode here: https://youtu.be/fJ9oaURvpEo Or the one about Kristoff (cuz he's pretty great): https://youtu.be/XaVm9YenVJQ Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Learn more about Manipulation from manipulation expert (not expert manipulator) Dr. Stephanie Sarkis in our Mean Girls episode: https://youtu.be/ilPn69Sa3_M Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Luke Mclean Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Elsa shuts people out because she doesn't want to hurt the people she loves - especially her sister Anna. But shutting them out is what actually ends up hurting them. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Disney's iconic ice queen Elsa and her transformation as she learns to face her fears, accept herself, and open her heart. In both Frozen movies, Elsa pushes people away to try to protect them, and has to learn that by actually letting people in and learning to trust herself and others, she can not only harness her powers but also repair and build healthy relationships. Watch our episode about Anna: https://youtu.be/nzlRCtQ5W8A Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Luke Mclean Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems

Wanda Maximoff's journey of grief shows us that grief and sorrow mean the person, the relationship, mattered. Grief and sorrow are not unhealthy - it's how we deal with them that can lead to healing and peace, or to unhealthy coping mechanisms... like taking over a small town and creating an entire fake reality. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by guest, licensed therapist Kati Morton, to talk about Wanda's magically-enhanced maladaptive daydreaming to cope with the loss of Vision. Wanda's faced a lot of trauma in her life, and isn't ready to cope with it in a healthy way, but over the course of her story, arrives in a healthier place. Of course, Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany's brilliant performances make the story all the more heart-wrenching. (Yes, many tears are shed in this episode.) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Watch more of our Marvel episodes! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62VeIy0hAeclUqjsxwCodCAY Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Steve Rogers' Captain America is the moral compass of the MCU. He learns and grows, but never changes the things that make him the OG Cap. (We see you Sam Wilson) Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about what it means to be a hero, to have integrity, to stay loyal to your principles and the people that matter to you. They look at Steve Rogers' journey from pure altruism to enlightened self interest (all while still staying true to himself and keeping his integrity), and how his journey is in some ways the opposite of Tony Stark's (see what we have to say about Iron Man here: https://youtu.be/WabG3H-QnFw) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton (Except for that flash-frame in the intro where you can see our set behind Cap for about 6 frames, that's on Alan guys, he screwed up Trevor's immaculate work!) https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Is Loki's villainy the result of nature or nurture? He is the god of mischief, but he's also got a lot of family problems... Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright explore Loki's character arc in the MCU, from his adopted father Odin's propensity to compare him to his brother Thor, to narcissistic traits (he is rather convinced of his own glorious purpose, and calls himself the savior of Asgard...), to why we all love when Hulk smashes him into the floor and calls him a puny god. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at what makes Indiana Jones such an iconic character - heroic, adventurous, barely escaping, punching nazis. Was it being created by George Lucas? Directed by Steven Spielberg? Portrayed perfectly by Harrison Ford? Why is this the perfect movie? Is Indiana Jones the perfect character? Back when Jonathan and Alan were kids, Indiana Jones was Marvel! But his character traits we can learn the most from are his resilience and adaptability. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: David Sant Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How do you handle kids different stages of development? You learn to be... flexible. The three kids in The Incredibles actually illustrate all four stages of childhood development, which is part of the reason their parents have to parent each of them a bit differently. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at Piaget's four stages of childhood development, how Violet, Dash, and Jack Jack perfectly demonstrate these different phases, and how to deal with real life kids as they learn and grow. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Megan Seawright, Alan Seawright, and Jonathan Decker Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Grief, trauma, parenting... these are all difficult to navigate under the best of circumstances, and nearly impossible during an apocalyptic monster invasion. Yet somehow John Krasinski and Emily Blunt face it all with strength and love in A Quiet Place. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the powerful relationships and stunning filmmaking in A Quiet Place. There's a lot we can learn about dealing with grief, healing after tragedy, parenting, marriage, and of course how to survive if sound-detecting monster creatures invade the planet. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Our ONWARD episode also talks about dealing with grief and healing from loss: https://youtu.be/Gc-_Gch_JVU For a different take on dealing with alien/monster invasions, check out our episode on THE THING: https://youtu.be/0dSb2FAMPSs Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Luke Mclean Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Arthur Fleck's swings between manic episodes and serious depression can teach us a bit about what bipolar disorder looks like in real life. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the circumstances that lead Arthur Fleck to become the Joker. When you look at the ways his actions and emotions relate to bipolar disorder, and pair that with some pretty major trauma in his childhood and other circumstances in his life, we've got a really interesting character to look at from a psychological standpoint. And absolutely brilliant filmmaking that bring it to life. NOTE: As we state in the episode, there is NOT a correlation between mental illness and villainy or violence. Arthur Fleck happens to display some of the traits of bipolar disorder and pseudobulbar effect, but it is his choices, combined with his life experiences/circumstances and the mythology of the DC universe that led him to become a villain (the Joker). We also discuss the ways that the film portrays mental illness and the messages that sends. And of course Alan has hot takes about just how brilliant Joaquin Phoenix's performance is, just how surprising Todd Phillips' direction is, and what kind of lenses they used to make Gotham look like a complete turdpile. It's enlightening? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Watch more Villain Therapy episodes: https://youtu.be/a9liFjwDHbY Check out another video about a VERY different movie about someone dealing with Bipolar Disorder, SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK! https://youtu.be/aJlgwz00D-U Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright, and Alan Seawright Produced by: Alan Seawright, Megan Seawright, and Jonathan Decker Edited by: Trevor Horton, https://tzhediting.com Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Do you ever feel like you're in a conversation but just talking right past each other? Merida and her mother frequently complain that the other just. won't. listen. At the start of the movie, their relationship is full of misunderstandings because they want to be understood, but don't try to understand. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright dissect the mother-daughter relationship in Pixar's Brave - from the issues that plague their relationship at the start, to the ways they seek reconciliation throughout the film, and of course the incredible animation in this film. (You might also get to hear their attempts at a Scottish brogue.) Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Watch some of our other Pixar episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62U9aafyw0m1x0M4b55fQ0XZ Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Darth Vader is one of the most iconic villains in movie history. But what led Anakin Skywalker to turn to the Dark Side and become a villain? And could it have been prevented? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a look at the Star Wars prequels and what caused Anakin's turn to the dark, and ultimate return to the light in the original trilogy. Jonathan talks about the traits of Borderline Personality Disorder and how Anakin's character displays several of them. And Alan has a hard time finding anything good to say about the prequels because... well... they're course and rough and get everywhere. NOTE: As we discuss in the video, there is NOT a correlation between mental illness and villainy. Anakin Skywalker happens to display some of the traits of Borderline Personality Disorder, but it is his choices, combined with his life experiences and the mythology of Star Wars (i.e. the Dark Side of the Force) that led him to become a villain (Darth Vader). Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Check out some of our other Star Wars episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62UC2mntBZVqntziDMF4EdeL Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

How does this genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist overcome his arrogance, ego, guilt, and PTSD? Tony Stark can think his way out of almost any problem, but what happens when he can't? Or when he can't protect the people he cares about? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright finish out Tony Stark's character arc in part 2 of this deep dive into the psychology of Iron Man. They talk about handling guilt, dealing with trauma, and building and repairing relationships. And the absolutely stellar writing in the MCU, and stunning performances from Robert Downey Jr, Tom Holland, and more. Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/WabG3H-QnFw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Why does Tony Stark have PTSD symptoms in Iron Man 3, when he came through previous adventures seemingly unscathed? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright break down what causes Tony's breakdown in Iron Man 3, how he gets through it, and how that relates to real life trauma or anxiety. They also talk about Tony's narcissism, problem-solving, and relationships. And how Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man launched the Marvel franchise and changed the landscape of modern movies. Watch part 2: https://youtu.be/PALQhiCo6hg Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Check out Mended Light, Jonathan's trauma-recovery channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAicfSzczJb_-nK6tW0TxHw Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Chasing dreams, damaging and repairing relationships, making amends for mistakes, and fabulous musical numbers. The Greatest Showman has some powerful themes we can learn a lot from. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and special guest Jahannah James talk about dealing with and preventing infidelity in relationships, and repairing damaged relationships and prioritizing the things that really matter in your life. And Jahannah even gets Alan to cry AND bust out his jazz hands. Check out part 1 of our Greatest Showman episode here: https://youtu.be/ppKw6DJ1BWM Check out Jahanna's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN2Z_nuG5XtVnE998unA3PA Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Whether someone's feeling like they don't fit in (like the performers in P.T. Barnum's shows), or they're feeling judged for not meeting family or societal expectations (like Zac Efron and Zendaya's characters), The Greatest Showman can teach us a thing or two about accepting ourselves and others and combating bigotry. We all need acceptance. And we all need to be accepting. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by @FunnyOldeWorld (and two enormous circus-sized bags of popcorn) to talk about interracial relationships, finding self acceptance and confidence, and being more accepting of others. And of course they sing along to some incredible songs from The Greatest Showman. We dive deeper into the romantic relationships in The Greatest Showman in part 2: https://youtu.be/FjHAU3wAm6M Check out Jahanna's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN2Z_nuG5XtVnE998unA3PA Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

What do you do when you either don't know your purpose or feel like you can't live up to it? Joe Gardner and 22 seem to be opposites - one fears life, and the other fears death - but they really struggle with the same fear: failure. Something a lot of us can relate to. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss Pixar's SOUL, a movie Alan very much relates to (and therefore many tears are shed). They talk about living a fulfilling life, family relationships, and the beautiful design and music in this film. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Soul here: https://amzn.to/3sPA3Fx Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Most people fight with their siblings, but the conflicts between Moses and his siblings are pretty epic. But we can learn a few things about forgiveness, hatred, love, holding grudges, and healing broken relationships from the stories of Moses, Rameses, Miriam, and Aaron. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the cinematic masterpiece The Prince of Egypt, and how even though we're not fighting off plagues (well, we kinda are right now) or freeing an entire people from being enslaved, the relationships in this movie are very relatable and there's a lot we can learn from them. Plus, the music and animation are absolutely gorgeous, and the cast is phenomenal. And thanks @FunnyOldeWorld for popping in with your Ancient Egypt expertise. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy The Prince of Egypt here: https://amzn.to/3vTWRGf Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

He may have won Witch Weekly's Most Charming Smile and have lots of best-selling books, but there are some not-so-charming personality traits behind that grin. Gilderoy Lockhart shows many of the traits of narcissistic personality disorder. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright take a close look at Kenneth Branagh's portrayal of this Harry Potter villain we all love to hate. When we're not being charmed by his smiles and winks. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Harry Potter and Chamber of Secrets: https://amzn.to/2KVrk46 Watch our other episode on the Harry Potter series: https://youtu.be/cVcPVn5Cwzg Or another episode about narcissism (in The Invisible Man): https://youtu.be/7JtVSXKCANg Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Will Bloom doesn't understand or connect with his father. Is it just a matter of personality differences or different approaches to life? Is it something they can work through before his father dies? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by guest Stephanie Goodman to talk about Tim Burton's Big Fish. They talk about parent-child relationships, approaches to conflict and reconciliation, facing mortality, the power of storytelling, and more as they dive into the relationship between Ed Bloom (Ewan McGregor/Albert Finney) and his son Will Bloom (Billy Crudup). Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Big Fish here: https://amzn.to/2MtjzCV Listen to the ScriptNotes podcast wherever podcasts are sold! Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Kylo Ren might be scarier than Darth Vader, and here's why: He lacks emotional control, especially at the start of the trilogy. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright walk through Kylo Ren's (played spectacularly by Adam Driver) journey back to the light and redemption, discussing some of the trauma, issues, and relationships that led him down that path to the dark side and back. From killing his father Han Solo and other father figures (Snoke and Luke Skywalker - well, at least trying to kill Luke), to sparing Leia, to whatever his complicated relationship is with Rey... these relationships are at the heart of this villain's psychology, or pathology. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy the Skywalker Saga box set: https://amzn.to/3a02fgE Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

He's been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and recently released from a psychiatric hospital. She's struggling to process the loss of her husband. Can they help each other heal? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by actor Mason Davis as they talk about this film - from the interesting (and often dysfunctional) relationships, to the outstanding performances, to how realistic the portrayals of mental illness and therapy are. Mason, Alan, and Jonathan share some of their personal experiences and insights on these topics, and their thoughts on the romance between Pat and Tiffany. Director David O. Russell got an Oscar-winning performance from Jennifer Lawrence, and knock-out performances from Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Jacki Weaver, and (of all people) Chris Tucker in this simultaneously quirky and introspective acting showcase. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Silver Linings Playbook here: https://amzn.to/39nlguG Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Is she scared of commitment? Lying to herself and others? Doesn't know who she is? What makes Maggie Carpenter (Julia Roberts) keep literally running from relationships? Why does Ike Graham (Richard Gere) fall in love with her? How does director Garry Marshall not screw it all up? Relationship expert licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the classic rom-com Runaway Bride, from quirky characters to classic tropes, and what this one actually gets right about relationships, attachment, and excess flirtatious energy. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Runaway Bride here: https://amzn.to/3a8om4B Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Ian Lightfoot (Tom Holland) is hoping the father he's never met can help him figure out who he is. His brother Barley (Chris Pratt) is still processing the grief of losing their father. Together, they learn to move ONWARD - finding closure and appreciation for the relationship they have with each other. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about father figures and how grief and loss affect families, and revel in the general awesomeness of another Pixar masterpiece. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Onward here: https://amzn.to/3hupZgc Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

At a personal level, Schindler's list shows us one man's journey from self-interest to selfless compassion. At a societal level, it shows us the horrors of dehumanizing others and the importance of seeing the humanity in everyone. At a cinematic level, it is a masterpiece. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by guest filmmaker Kels Goodman to talk about Schindler's List, a film that had a deep impact on Kels' life and career. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Schindler's List here: https://amzn.to/3pmoJz5 Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Jonathan Decker & Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

Will Bella ever stop treating Jacob like a kicked dog? Will Edward ever return, outside of his brief reappearances as a figment of Bella's tortured, hormone-addled mind? Will any of us ever see a healthy relationship (or a good movie!) again, or even be able to have one in our own lives after this? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright can't figure out who to blame for this: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, or Director Chris Weitz. Maybe it's all Stephenie Meyer's fault for writing these books in the first place? Maybe it's all of our fault for supporting the Twilight Saga franchise with our dollars, and our hearts. These people are all co-dependent, and just in case you're thinking, "Oh, that sounds nice!" It isn't. It's incredibly damaging to all parties involved. Including the therapist watching these relationships unfold on screen. Check out more of our Twilight episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy New Moon here: https://amzn.to/3sCfj4r Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

If you thought the relationships in the first Twilight were bad, well... they don't get better in New Moon. We just add some new layers of abuse, control, lies, manipulation, and codependency! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright struggle to articulate just how toxic these relationships are, and just how hard it is to understand the actors because they don't articulate! There's a healthy dose of cringing and laughing at the unhealthy doses of lying, leading people on, and mumbling lines. And some good insights for how to healthily deal with breakups and relationships. Watch Part 2 of our New Moon suffering here: https://youtu.be/-sYyC0t6ovE Check out more of our Twilight episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy New Moon here: https://amzn.to/3sCfj4r Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen English Transcription by: Anna Preis

What happens when events in our lives force us to question what we believe about the world? When Diana Prince leaves her home to go save humanity, she firmly believes in the goodness of people, and that wars and problems are caused by Ares. But seeing the reality of war, and Ares' role in it, causes a major paradigm shift. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about how to healthily navigate our own paradigm shifts, and what we can learn from Wonder Woman. There's also some discussion of the very talented Gal Gadot, and the amazing visual stylist and action director Patti Jenkins, cause why wouldn't we? They made a really cool movie! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Wonder Woman here: https://amzn.to/3nyqmYz Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

After this tough year, It's A Wonderful Life felt like the perfect movie to end the year on. George Bailey goes through some really tough times, but het gets through them. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright share some tips we can learn from George on how to get through the difficult things life throws at us. Because if 2020 has taught us anything, it's that hardship is pretty universal. But when we can help each other out, like Jimmy Stewart's character did for so many people who later returned the favor, it makes it easier to handle the hard times. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy It's a Wonderful Life here: https://amzn.to/33l1dcS Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

If your partner is pregnant, it's time to step up and be supportive! Follow Joseph's example from The Nativity Story, and strengthen your relationship and love during what can be a difficult time. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright share 10 tips for how to support your spouse through a pregnancy, or any difficult time, or really just in general. Relationships are all about caring for each other and working together! Oscar Isaac sets a pretty good example as Joseph, being supportive, caring, and vulnerable with Mary. And being handsome helps too. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy The Nativity Story here: https://amzn.to/3paPQgM Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

Buddy the Elf is hilarious to watch, but what would it be like to actually live with someone like him? Well, it would be a lot like parenting a kid with ADHD. Or really any high-energy kid. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk parenting tips, how they deal with their own ADD, and what we can learn from Will Ferrell's and James Caan's characters in Elf. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Elf here: https://amzn.to/37c3Sqn Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

Die Hard isn't just the greatest Christmas movie, or one of the greatest action movies, it's also an amazing example of overcoming marital problems. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about some of the things John McClane and Holly Gennaro (McClane?) get wrong, things they get right, and how they change and reconcile some of the problems in their marriage. And there might be a few action sequences in there too... Because how can you not want to watch Bruce Willis kick the crap out of a bunch of terrorists? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Die Hard here: https://amzn.to/32AG1z1 Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN VIEWS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

How the Grinch Stole Christmas isn't just a classic Christmas story - it's a tale of someone learning to understand and love people who are different from him. Something we could all stand to get better at. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright walk us through the Grinch's change of heart, as he shifts his perception of the Who's and comes to understand them a bit better. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy the movie here: https://amzn.to/2J8iZck Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

Every family has their issues. But some families... well, some families are the Thrombeys. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker talks about what makes the Thrombey family so dysfunctional, and filmmaker Alan Seawright talks about why that (among other things) makes Knives Out so fantastic! This whodunnit - with Rian Johnson's masterful storytelling, Daniel Craig's southern drawl, and Chris Evans's gleeful douchebaggery - combines amazing characters and story with excellent examples of how NOT to interact with your family. Seriously, do not be like the Thrombeys. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Knives Out here: https://amzn.to/2GDiE08 Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S SET ASIDE TIME FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

What does a healthy family look like? The March family of LITTLE WOMEN definitely qualifies! Jury is still out on the Seawrights. This week, licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and unlicensed filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by writer/producer Megan Seawright, who probably also needs therapy, because she married Alan. And only a crazy person would do that. They discuss the wonderful relationship skills, and temporary emotional and relationship setbacks, in Greta Gerwig's new, excellent, time-bendy version of Louisa May Alcott's classic Little Women. They talk about Jo's journey, Marmee's example, forgiveness, grief, and other ways the March family can be seen as a template for strong family dynamics. As per usual, the best insights are coming from Megan. Jonathan explains the intellectual underpinnings of this lovely family, and Alan is kind of along for the ride, with the occasional filmmaking insight, that he stole from a ScreenRant article. Just kidding, he's a genius. Rent or buy LITTLE WOMEN: https://amzn.to/2U6u5jV Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

What do you do when you don't know who (or what) to trust? How do you handle paranoia, fear, isolation, and mistrust? Licensed Therapist Jonathan Decker was forced (by filmmaker Alan Seawright) to watch John Carpenter's The Thing to try to find some answers. We kinda struggled for a minute to find something positive and uplifting in this nihilistic tale of distrust and body horror, but eventually we got there. Because we're experts. Don't try this at home. After a lot of paranoia, Kurt Russel leads the survivors of Thule Station in Antarctica band together to destroy The Thing, and in the process Wilford Brimley builds a spaceship out of spare parts and definitely a trash can lid. And this is one of Alan's favorite movies! Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com You should definitely watch this movie at home, using this link! Rent or buy THE THING: https://amzn.to/3oBOFH8 Especially if you live far enough north or south that it's freezing cold outside! Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

Being in a relationship with certain sociopathic narcissists, whether they've got a crazy high-tech invisibility suit or not, can be a lot like living in a horror film and make you feel a bit crazy. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright react to The Invisible Man. There's a lot to dissect here - an abusive relationship, the ensuing PTSD, a narcissist and sociopath, his continued gaslighting and manipulation, and an absolutely incredible performance by Elisabeth Moss. NOTE: While we know this is a movie designed to entertain (and scare!), we recognize the reality and trauma of abusive relationships. If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, please know that there is help available. Domestic violence hotline: https://www.thehotline.org or call 1.800.799.7233 Rent or buy THE INVISIBLE MAN: https://amzn.to/318r0DJ Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen 00:00 - Intro 01:21 - Modern smart-horror films 02:02 - Escaping from a real-life monster 03:20 - PTSD after a traumatic relationship 04:30 - Abusive relationships are a real-life horror movie 07:18 - Job interview from Hell 09:31 - Sponsor Segment - Lisa’s Passion for Popcorn 12:03 - Going back to an abuser 14:20 - What makes Adrian a Narcissist? 17:25 - Terrifying Evil is real. Jonathan met it once. 19:23 - If you are being abused, get out. 20:02 - Wrap-up

America is so divided right now it feels a lot like the beginning of Remember the Titans. So what do we need? Denzel Washington. Save us Denzel. Save us. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and special guest musician/entrepreneur/guacamole wizard James Curran (aka PlsStopJames, aka JTM) talk about Remember the Titans and what it takes to overcome differences and handle conflict. These are life lessons important for everyone, not just for healing racial divisions. A little effort to listen to and understand other people, with a healthy dose of humility and kindness, are great tips for building bridges and relationships. Find James at all the places: http://www.plsstopjames.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/plsstopjames/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/plsstopjames Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/plsstopjames/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/Jamesbrandtcurran Rent or buy Remember the Titans here: https://amzn.to/30KynkC Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

How powerful is belief? Strong enough to make you fight for the causes you believe in? Strong enough to help you protect those you love? Even strong enough to make you stand up to zealot assassins or fight space zombies? For Malcolm Reynolds, yes. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about one of their favorite movies, Joss Whedon's SERENITY, and how belief can be a powerful motivator for Nathan Fillion's character Mal, for the assassin that is after him and his crew, for Mal's mentor and friend Shepherd Book (RIP, Ron Glass,) and for us. Buy or rent Serenity here: https://amzn.to/3ietu9E Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - Who is Malcolm Reynolds? 02:36 - Spirituality, Belief, Religion, oh my! 04:37 - Mal’s twisted moral code 06:53 - Mal learns what he’s up against 10:24 - Mal loses his moral center 13:52 - The operative accidentally helps Mal 16:14 - Mal finds a cause to believe in. 21:12 - Handy with a gun, that Malcolm Reynolds 23:54 - Technical discussion - Technical Difficulties 24:34 - Love keeps you in the air 26:58 - Outro

What happens when you're kidnapped from your family, tortured, and conditioned into being an assassin? You get River Tam. And also Alan, apparently. Therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss what we can learn about coping with trauma from Summer Glau's character River in Serenity and Firefly. They break down some of the symptoms of PTSD she exhibits, and some of the things that help her work through them and start healing. Even though most of us don't live in a sci-fi future with space ships, space zombies, and space cowboys (along with psychics and lots of other fun), we can still learn a thing or two about how to heal from and deal with the trauma we do face in real life. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Buy or rent Serenity here: https://amzn.to/3ietu9E Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Jonathan and Alan’s Firefly/Serenity history 02:36 - What’s wrong with River Tam? 06:52 - Joss Whedon did all the movie stuff in this movie 08:34 - How do you react to a traumatized person? 09:21 - Suicide is never the answer 11:52 - Having a voice 14:30 - Realizing there is a way out 16:30 - How therapy and flimmaking are the same thing 18:29 - River takes her power back 20:13 - Alan’s favorite fight scene 21:55 - How to thrive with Mental Illness 23:19 - How does River get better? 24:16 - Outro

How do you balance honoring the traditions of your family and where you come from with following your calling and finding your own path in life? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, filmmaker Alan Seawright, and special guest author Ana Katia talk about their experiences and insights with this in our newest episode of Cinema Therapy. Ana shares some of her journey of relating to Moana and being inspired by her courage to follow her dreams. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com You can rent or buy Moana here: https://amzn.to/2YWmWp6 To find out more about Ana's journey and her book, visit: https://adopted4change.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

Aragorn is a king among men. Like, literally. Can you think of a manlier man? But he's also kind, affectionate, humble. If you've been on the internet ever, you've probably heard the term "toxic masculinity" (and the arguments that inevitably ensue). Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker talks about what this term means, and how Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings is the embodiment of non-toxic masculinity. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Check out our other Lord of the Rings episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62WBIv5-bLzn71-0kfFoaKxl Please rent/buy today’s movies here: The Fellowship of the Ring: https://amzn.to/2UYGaYA The Two Towers: https://amzn.to/34snzIC The Return of the King: https://amzn.to/3biGYyo Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

In part 2 of our... takedown? of Twilight, we investigate: Is Edward a pedophile? Or merely an abusive, controlling, manipulative stalker? In case you couldn't tell, we don't much like this guy. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, and unlicensed filmmaker Alan Seawright dig in to the 2007 megablockbuster TWILIGHT to figure out whether you should emulate Bella Swan and Edward Cullen, move to Forks, Washington, or just buy a steel drum full of body glitter. Also, what to do when someone who is 86 years older than you sneaks into your room to watch you sleep. (hint: don't fall in love with them.) Check out more of our Twilight episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Buy Twilight here: https://amzn.to/3aaSFHw Buy How to Avoid Falling in Love With a Jerk here: https://amzn.to/3iv3UxI Read Jonathan's article about avoiding abusive relationships here: https://yourfamilyexpert.com/avoiding-abusive-relationships-and-building-good-ones/ Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen 0:00 Start 0:13 Edward courts Bella the way Batman terrifies criminals 0:30 Welcome to Cinema Therapy! 2:15 Bella has no agency in this story 5:01 Bella is a deeply stupid person 6:46 Edward courts Bella the way Batman terrifies criminals 8:00 Terrible message for impressionable viewers. 9:10 You don’t want to date a fixer-upper. 13:07 I don’t care that you’re a murderer 16:14 The correct way to watch Twilight: in reverse. 17:43 What if Jonathan calls his wife “Spidermonkey?” 18:07 When is it okay to watch people sleep? 19:03 Not the take you use in the edit 19:28 Co-dependency is not great 20:54 This movie is Attack of the Clones, without the cool stuff

Are Bella and Edward the cutest couple in cinematic history? Or a teenage, train-wreck, cautionary tale? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker, and unlicensed filmmaker Alan Seawright dig in to the 2007 megablockbuster TWILIGHT to figure out whether you should emulate Bella Swan and Edward Cullen, move to Forks, Washington, or just buy a steel drum full of body glitter. There's so much to unpack in this movie, we made a part 2! https://youtu.be/7xXCaQTkrp0 Check out more of our Twilight episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62XxX2DCfE-KnOUMrt9hg3Hw Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Buy Twilight here: https://amzn.to/3aaSFHw Buy How to Avoid Falling in Love With a Jerk here: https://amzn.to/3iv3UxI Read Jonathan's article about avoiding abusive relationships here: https://yourfamilyexpert.com/avoiding-abusive-relationships-and-building-good-ones/ Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen 0:00 Start 0:24 Welcome to Cinema Therapy! 2:38 Alan’s sordid history with Twilight 4:24 Is he attracted to her? Repulsed by her? 7:42 Alan is Jonathan’s movie-wife 8:14 2 kinds of defensiveness 9:54 This is an attempt at Pride and Predjudice 11:16 Dutch angles make things INTERESTING! 12:53 The book is bad. Sorry. 14:26 Why are women attracted to the “bad boy”? 17:00 Is Edward a bad boy with a heart of gold? 20:50 Bella is a deeply stupid person

Just Mercy paints a picture of a "Post-Racial" society that is inherently unfair to black people in America. Not in the distant past. The story only took place 25 years ago, and the villain of the story only retired (after being re-elected many times) last year. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are joined by a guest this week, Chonta Flowers, to break down what we can learn from Bryan Stevenson, a heroic lawyer who represents Death Row inmates across the American South, and the other characters in the movie, brave and cowardly, Black and White, and how they learn, adapt and grow to overcome hate, become better people, and struggle to change institutions in terrible situations. Buy or rent Just Mercy here: https://amzn.to/2CEaz9y Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

Ever wonder what a healthy co-parenting relationship looks like in a blended family? Know where you should look? If you answered "In a comic-book movie!" You are right! And maybe a bit weird. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright analyze how Paul Rudd's Ant-Man (Scott Lang, if we're being pedantic) tries to build a relationship with his daughter Cassie, in a blended family with his ex-wife Maggie (played by Judy Greer) and her new fiancé/husband Paxton (Bobby Cannavale). Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Ant-Man using our link! https://amzn.to/2DPZi60 Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen Location provided by: Kels and Stephanie Goodman

A lot of us are feeling isolated right now. Not like, stranded on Mars isolated, but we can still learn a thing or two about coping with isolation and overcoming difficulties from The Martian. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright analyze how Matt Damon's character, astronaut Mark Watney, handles the seemingly impossible challenges of surviving alone on Mars. Humor, determination, and help from others all play a part - but as Chiwetel Ejiofor's character asks in the movie: What does this do to a man, psychologically? Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy The Martian using our link: https://amzn.to/3feaebn Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen Location provided by: Kels and Stephanie Goodman

In Frozen 2, Kristoff is able to set aside his needs during Anna’s moment of crisis and be there for her. This is an amazing demonstration of Shelving Your Agenda - a conflict resolution technique often taught by relationship therapists. Licensed Therapist Jonathan Decker breaks down what it means to shelve your agenda, how Kristoff does this - even after feeling rejected and Lost in the Woods (complete with awesome power ballad to express his emotions), and what we can learn from it. Jonathan also says Kristoff might be the perfect man. Alan agrees, based solely on the similarity of their hair styles. Check out our other videos about Frozen: Psychology of a Hero: Anna https://youtu.be/nzlRCtQ5W8A Psychology of a Hero: Elsa https://youtu.be/fJ9oaURvpEo Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Rent or buy Frozen 2 using our link! https://amzn.to/2YUG4Eq Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen Location provided by: Kels and Stephanie Goodman

Disney’s Zootopia is a story of learning to overcome implicit bias, prejudices, and stereotypes. Judy Hopps is a good-hearted, open-minded bunny who rejects her parents’ and others’ prejudices. But working with sly fox Nick Wilde, she discovers she still has implicit biases she has to overcome. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright walk through her journey and how you too can work on getting rid of implicit bias. They also take a look at apologies and forgiveness in our relationships, how others' expectations can impact us, and the power of learning from other people's experiences and perspectives. Rent or buy Zootopia here: https://amzn.to/3eCWuXt Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen Russian Transcription by: Alena Petriaeva

We all have bullies to deal with. Harry Potter teaches us how to move from submission, to standing up for ourselves, to having compassion for our tormentors, robbing them of the power to harm us. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and unlicensed filmmaker Alan Seawright break down all the bullies from the entire Harry Potter Series - Draco and Lucius Malfoy, Severus Snape, Dolores Umbridge, Voldemort, and more - to see if there are life lessons you can apply. Jonathan discusses the difference between Avoiders, Attackers, and Affirmers (Harry learns how to be the last one) and some of his own experiences with bullying. Alan discusses sound design, his love for David Yates, set decoration, and cries. Again. Buy or rent the movies here: https://amzn.to/2YfETio Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen

Mother Gothel, the villain of Disney’s Tangled, is one of the best on-screen examples of gaslighting. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright break down how Gothel’s relationship with Rapunzel shows all 11 signs of gaslighting as outlined by the work of noted psychologist Dr. Stephanie A. Sarkis. And they talk about some fun tricks the filmmakers use to show just how toxic Gothel is, and how Rapunzel is finally able to free herself. And Jonathan makes fun of Alan. And Alan's dog. They probably both deserve it. Buy or rent Tangled here: https://amzn.to/30mkwS6 Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Read the original article in Psychology Today here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/201701/11-warning-signs-gaslighting Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen Russian Transcription by: Alena Petriaeva Spanish Transcription by: Juan Willems

Licensed Therapist Jonathan Decker examines psychology, relationships, family dynamics and more in this deep dive into Pixar's masterpiece: Inside Out. Jonathan shares his insights from a decade of professional marriage and family therapy to examine the themes and ideas presented in Inside Out, to see what the filmmakers got right, and horribly ruined (not much, really.) Alan says some things too. His insights are of middling quality. Also, Alan cries. Like, a lot. Buy or rent the film here: https://amzn.to/2XRQrXL You can also find it on Disney+. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright Director of Photography: Bradley Olsen Russian Transcription by: Alena Petriaeva

You know the feeling: Trapped at home for days and weeks, with people who have expectations you just can't meet. Waiting for the inevitable conclusion to what seems like a lifetime full of frustration and failure. And then it happens. The virus gets inside the aliens! We're saved!!! Wait, the virus is water? And we're not dealing with an invasion by aliens, but by tiny microbes that a bat sneezed onto somebody? Anyway, SIGNS!!! And dealing with COVID 19 quarantine in a healthy, hopeful (hopefully) way! Take charge of your own mental health using the power of sitting on your couch watching movies! Please rent/buy today’s movie here: https://amzn.to/2Lv29SH Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Alan Seawright & Megan Seawright and Jonathan Decker Produced by: Jonathan Decker & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright

Did Kylo Ren go crazy? He's having a full blown conversation with his dead dad. Yep, we're talking about the Han Solo/Kylo Ren/Ben Solo scene in Rise of Skywalker. And (spoiler): NO! He's not crazy! It's actually a real-life therapeutic technique you can use to improve your mental health. People are sharply divided on whether or not Rise of Skywalker is a fun, exciting Star Wars film, or a festering piece of animal excrement. But we're not here to talk about that! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright break down this scene with Kylo Ren and Han Solo in Rise of Skywalker, and what you can learn from it. Take charge of your own mental health using the power of sitting on your couch watching movies! Please rent/buy today's movie here: https://amzn.to/2yeZXvC Or, you know, watch it on Disney+. That's a thing. Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Jonathan Decker and Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright And for what it's worth: Rise of Skywalker is a bad, bad movie. (Alan)

Bill Murray's character Phil Connors goes through exactly what we're all going through right now, but funnier, and with sharper writing. Learn how Groundhog Day can help us grow when we're stuck in a rut. Today is just like every other day under quarantine, nothing ever changes. Today is just like every other day under quarantine, nothing ever changes. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss how Phil essentially goes through the stages of grief, and eventually learns that the only way to get out of his living nightmare is to overcome his narcissism and learn to truly care for and help others. This is another episode of our series Coping with COVID 19 Quarantine. Take charge of your own mental health using the power of sitting on your couch watching movies! And don't punch the Ned Ryerson in your life in the face! Please rent/buy today’s movie here: https://amzn.to/2zNinnt Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright

Samwise the Brave certainly lives up to his name, but he's more than courageous: he's forgiving and persistent as well. In this episode, we explore how following in Sam's footsteps will help us overcome the darkest of times. Take charge of your own mental health using the power of sitting on your couch watching movies! Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright discuss Samwise's journey and example in The Return of the King in another episode of our Coping with Quarantine series. Check out our other Lord of the Rings episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62WBIv5-bLzn71-0kfFoaKxl Please rent/buy today’s movie here: https://amzn.to/3biGYyo Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Jonathan Decker, Megan Seawright & Alan Seawright Produced by: Jonathan Decker & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright

The Kingdom of Rohan, like us, can feel hopeless during difficult times. But The Two Towers shows us the value of community in facing hardship. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker discusses how the Kingdom of Rohan exemplifies the principle of Citizenship in The Two Towers. And surprisingly, how that knowledge can empower you to tackle the tough times we’re all facing during the Coronavirus pandemic! King Theoden, Aragorn, Eowyn, Legolas, Gimli, and others show us how we can use wisdom, humor, hope, leadership, friendship, and community to get through even the darkest of times. Take charge of your own mental health using the power of sitting on your couch watching movies! This episode is another in our Coping with Quarantine series. Watch our other Lord of the Rings episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRO9q005b62WBIv5-bLzn71-0kfFoaKxl Please rent/buy today’s movie here: https://amzn.to/34snzIC Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com Set up a free consultation with Jonathan: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO OUR RECENT UNEXPECTED SURGE IN SUBS, JONATHAN'S TIME SET ASIDE FOR FREE CONSULTS IS NOW FULL) Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Jonathan Decker Produced by: Jonathan Decker & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright

Frodo is an example of Radical Acceptance in The Fellowship of the Ring as he comes to accept the difficult task ahead of him and his role in it. This principle of Radical Acceptance can empower you to tackle these tough times we're all facing. As Frodo begins to realize the difficulty and weight of the task ahead of him, he laments, "I wish none of this had happened." And Gandalf replies, "So do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." Frodo then accepts this quest because he knows it's what needs to be done. Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker explains Frodo’s journey from fear to Radical Acceptance and how it can help each of us face hard times during the Coronavirus pandemic. Thank you for joining us for the inaugural episode of Cinema Therapy! Take charge of your own mental health using the power of sitting on your couch watching movies! Watch our other Lord of the Rings episodes: The Two Towers: https://youtu.be/lF_wibtEFto Return of the King: https://youtu.be/nz9F0Br9ZVI Please rent/buy today’s movie here: https://amzn.to/2UYGaYA Support us! Patreon: https://patreon.com/CinemaTherapy Merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/cinema-therapy Internet Dads Popcorn: http://ctpopcorn.com To schedule a complimentary 15 minute consultation with Jonathan, visit: (WE'RE SO SORRY! DUE TO HIGH VOLUME, JONATHAN'S SCHEDULE IS NOW FULL) Stay safe during COVID19 quarantine. And if you're being pursued by Uruk Hai. Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Jonathan Decker Produced by: Jonathan Decker & Alan Seawright Edited by: Alan Seawright