Movie Clinic
Hi, I’m Duncan Paveling and welcome to Movie Clinic, the podcast that explores the therapy of film, thanks to your correspondence. Here at Movie Clinic, we welcome letters about a film that’s changed and in some cases even saved your life. Before inviting you to be part of a therapeutic session, based upon your letter, film and experience.For some background, Movie Clinic began and continues as a regular column in Film Stories Magazine, founded by Simon Brew. As a filmmaker and Therapist (BACP), I’ve always been fascinated by the films we connect with and how they allow us...
Movie Clinic - Session 10: Ben from London - Die Hard (1988)
Ben from London, reflects upon the lifelong connection he formed with Die Hard (1988), thanks to the stories relayed to him by his father, a City of London Police Officer, albeit a different character to that of Willis’ wise-cracking John McClane
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of violence & trauma, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
PTSDUK: www.ptsduk.org
VICTIM SUPPORT: www.victimsupport.org.uk
RES...
Movie Clinic - Session 9: Ben from Essex - Primer (2004)
Ben from Essex shares how the punk rock, DIY approach of Sundance breakout PRIMER (2004) reignited the desire to create, even if it meant outside of the conventions of the corporate, or commercial world. And that things do not have to be perfect.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of alleged abusive behaviour, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: www.aa.org
VICTIM SUPPORT: www.victimsupport...
Movie Clinic - Session 8: Jenna from Wakering - Erin Brockovich (2000)
Jenna from Wakering shares how ERIN BROCKOVICH (2000) and Julie Roberts’ portrayal of the title character gave hope, at at time she felt judged for being a single parent.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of drugs, alcohol and those of a sexual nature, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: www.aa.org
GINGERBREAD: www.gingerbread.org.uk
MIND: www.mind.org.uk
Movie Clinic - Session 7: Ian from Southend - Moana (2016)
Ian from Southend shares how Disney's Moana (2016) provided unexpected insight and direction, at a time he most needed change.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of depression and alcoholism, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: www.aa.org
SUPPORT LINE: www.supportline.org.uk
MIND: www.mind.org.uk
Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.
Produced & Conducted b...
Movie Clinic - Session 6: B from London - A Matter of Life and Death (1946)
B from London shares how the 1946 Powell and Pressburger classic, THE MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH helped to find a comfort and understanding, having experienced a debilitating anxiety around death.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of loss and grief, trauma, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation and sexual experiences, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
CRUSE BEREAVMENT: www.cruse.org.uk
SUPPORT LINE: www.supportline.org.uk
<...Movie Clinic - Session 5: Ian from Manchester - The World's End (2013)
Ian from Manchester reflects upon the impact of Edgar Wright's third instalment of the 'Cornetto Trilogy' The World's End (2013) and how it and the cinema provided him with insight, comfort and change.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of alcoholism, drugs, depression and self harm, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
ALCHOLICS ANONYMOUS: www.aa.org
OCD UK: www.ocduk.org
MIND: www.mind.org...
Movie Clinic - Session 4: Goldy from London - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
Goldy from London, reflects upon how the 1975 Cult Classic THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, provided her the opportunity to find her identity, with expression and understanding of her neurodiversity.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of a sexual nature, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
TRANS UNITE: www.transunite.co.uk
STONEWALL: www.stonewall.org.uk
MIND: www.mind.org.uk
Movie...
Movie Clinic - Session 3: Tom from Leigh-on-Sea - Big Night (1996)
Tom from Leigh-on-Sea shares how the 1996 film BIG NIGHT brought him comfort, after the loss of his beloved mum.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of loss and grief, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
CRUSE BEREAVMENT: www.cruse.org.uk
SUE RYDER: www.sueryder.org
MIND: www.mind.org.uk
Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.
Produced & Conducted b...
Movie Clinic - Session 2: Claire from Plymouth - The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Claire from Plymouth reflects upon the impact of 1994's THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, a film that's helped her during some of the most challenging periods of life.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of sexual and physical abuse, rape and suicide, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
RAPE CRISES: rapecrisis.org.uk
SUICIDE PREVENTION: spuk.org.uk
WOMAN'S AID: www.womensaid.org.uk
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Movie Clinic - Session 1: Matty from Manchester - Quadrophenia (1979)
Matty from Manchester reflects upon the lifelong impact of 1979's cult classic QUADROPHENIA, having first seen at the age of just 14.
(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of alcoholism, drugs and physical abuse, as well as language, some may find uncomfortable)
If you have been impacted by any of the sessions themes, please find below some information that you may find of help:
FRANK: www.talktofrank.com
VICTIM SUPPORT: www.victimsupport.org.uk
MIND: www.mind.org.uk
Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.
Movie Clinic - Trailer
Exploring the therapy of film, through the movies that have changed, even saved your life - with DUNCAN PAVELING (Filmmaker & Therapist - BACP)
Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.
Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.
Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.
Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.
Recorded at MOSTYN STUDIOS, Leigh-on-Sea
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