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Studio Exec Livestream: Writing a RomCom

Hey all, Jonathan, Megan, and Alan will be working on the script for MeetU (or whatever we end up calling this thing. MeetU doesn't thrill us) LIVE! Join them as the try to figure out how to make y...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Toxic or Not? (500) DAYS OF SUMMER

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 thi...

Carding a Script: Writer's Diary

Alan is re-outlining the short film, because he started writing before he was really really ready. Of course he didn't know that when he started, so he's not blaming himself or shamin...

Therapy Deep Dive: Attachment Styles

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker does a deep dive on attachment styles and what they all mean. He explains how attachment styles are developed, and he shares his personal experience with them. Jo...

Patreon Rebrand: Cinema Therapy Studios!

Things look a bit different around here. Have you noticed?

We launched Cinema Therapy Studios in March, and we're working on our first short film... well, kind of two short films - see our Au...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Villain Therapy: THANOS

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...

August Grab Bag of Mystery: Dream Casting Harry Potter

Each month, you get a random piece of exclusive bonus content as a thank you for supporting us on Patreon. August's Grab Bag of Mystery perk sees the return of dream casting with Megan. By now, you...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Therapist Reacts to SUZUME

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 ta...

CT Studios August Update!

We've got things to tell you about the short film! Join Jonathan and Alan for a quick discussion about where things are at, where they're going, how we're going to get there, and is there an inflig...

You Pick an Episode!

Hello! Thank you for submitting episode suggestions. The Cinema Therapy team has reviewed them and selected your top picks. Whichever one gets the most votes, we'll do an episode on it at our next ...

Director's Diary - Ashes to Ashes: Location Scout 1

Hang out with Alan as he drives all over Utah looking for pretty, desolate places to film scenes for Ashes to Ashes.

Starting at 3:30am. Because Alan has problems ;)

That's a Wrap: July 2024

Here's a recap of what we did last month!

July got busy! Somehow we ended up shooting 15 (!!) episodes when usually shoot 12. You've got a lot of content coming your way. Yo...

Alan & Jono's Watching/Reading List: July 2024

Alan:

Hello Heroes!

July. It’s been an absolute blast furnace outside, but that’s okay, I’ve been stuck inside prepping things, and shooting the show! Thank goodness for air condi...

Pick our next ranking video!

Hi Patrons, we’re planning another ranking video, but we want to know which one you’re most looking forward to. If you’ve got more ideas, let us know in the comments!

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Therapist Reacts to MONSTERS, INC.

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 friendshi...

Drops: August 2024

Hi, Patrons! Are you excited to watch a new director's cut LIVE with Jono and Alan? Pick which episode you want to watch with them in August. Then, we'll watch it together using Drops right here on...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Toxic or Not: Andy's Friends & Boyfriend in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA

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 relati...

Ashes to Ashes Midnight Thoughts 2: Setbacks

Today was a particularly hard day.

Not posting this to garner sympathy, but just to show the ugly realities of what it's actually like to try to make a film, short or otherwise. Some days are...

Patreon Exclusive Live Q&A - July 2024

Thanks for submitting your questions! The live Q&A is scheduled for Wednesday, July 24th at 3pm MDT (at the link above), but it will also be available to watch afterward so no one misses out! W...

Filmmaking Deep Dive: The Writing Process

Filmmaker Alan Seawright shares writing updates for Ashes to Ashes, the CT Studios short film. Take a peek behind the scenes at Alan and Megan's writing process, and learn why they're a great team!...

Midnight Ashes to Ashes update

Thanks for your patience SuperVillains! Lots more updates coming over the next couple months, many of them higher quality and less sleepy than this one!

Just wanted to keep you informed that ...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Relationship Therapist Ranks Evil Exes in SCOTT PILGRIM VS THE WORLD

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...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Therapist Reacts to THE BOY AND THE HERON

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 tal...

Submit Your Questions: July Q&A

Once a quarter-ish, we A your Qs! Please use the Google Form (linked above) to submit your questions for the Q&A. Your questions can be about Cinema Therapy, the guys, or anything in between. I...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Psychology of a Hero: ANASTASIA

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...

July Grab Bag of Mystery: Internet Dads Play a Game

Each month, you get a random piece of exclusive bonus content as a thank you for supporting us on Patreon. July's Grab Bag of Mystery perk is serious and silly gameplay! Alan and Jono get up close ...

That's a Wrap: June 2024

Here's a recap of what we did last month!

What a month! June started off with an unforgettable trip. Pixar invited us to the Inside Out 2 world premiere at the El Capitan Th...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: What the SPEED RACER Family Teaches Us About POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

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...

Alan & Jono's Watching/Reading List: June 2024

Alan:

Hello Heroes!

June. If you’re in California, it’s gloomy. Which is ironically fitting. Cause I was in California half this month almost. Vacation with the family, then a trip ...

DIRECTOR'S CUT: Therapist Reacts: GODZILLA MINUS ONE

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’...