Movie Clinic

Movie clinic - Intermission: Season 2 - COMING SOON

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 21:35:01 GMT

With Season 1 complete and 15 sessions available to download now, Season 2 is currently recording and COMING SOON...

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Movie Clinic - Session 15: Harry from Plymouth - The Big Lebowski (1998)

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 23:01:00 GMT

Harry from Plymouth, reflects upon a stolen summer with his dad and how that created a ‘zen’ like connection to both The Big Lebowski and his beloved father.

(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of drugs, alcohol, loss and those of a sexual nature, it also contains language that 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:

ADFAM: adfam.org.uk

MIND: www.mind.org.uk

CRUSE: www.cruse.org.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE ROAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA.

Audio clips curtesy of WORKING TITLE FILMS, GRAMERCY PICTURES (United States and Canada) & POLYGRAM FILMED ENTERTAINMENT (International)

THE BIG LEBOWSKI is currently available via multiple streaming platforms, Blu-Ray & DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 14: Charlotte from London - The Princess Bride (1987)

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Charlotte from London, reflects on how The Princess Bride (1987) provided a significant shift in perspective, around the idea of self, a collective bond and love.

(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of loss, anxiety, depression and relationships, it also contains language that 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:

ANXIETY UK: www.anxietyuk.org.uk

MIND: www.mind.org.uk

CRUSE: /www.cruse.org.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at ICP STUDIOS, LONDON

Audio clips curtesy of ACT III COMMUNICATIONS, 20TH CENTURY FOX (United States and Canada) & INTERACCESS FILM DISTRIBUTION (International)

THE PRINCESS BRIDE is currently available via multiple streaming platforms, Blu-Ray & DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 13: Sam from East Sussex - Jurassic World (2015)

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:21:08 GMT

Sam from East Sussex, reflects on how Jurassic World (2015), provided him with both comfort and confidence, after a regular Sunday trip to the cinema, with his mum.

(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of bullying, it also contain language that 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:

NATIONAL BULLYING HELPLINE: www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk

YOUNG MINDS: www.youngminds.org.uk

NSPCC: www.nspcc.org.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at ICP STUDIOS, LONDON

Audio clips curtesy of UNIVERSAL PICTURES, AMBLIN ENTERTAINMENT, LEGENDARY PICTURES & THE KENNEDY/MARSHALL COMPANY

JURASSIC WORLD is currently available via multiple streaming platforms, Blu-Ray & DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 12: Lisa from Berkshire - Alien (1979)

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 23:01:00 GMT

Lisa from Berkshire, reflects up how Ridley Scotts 1979 Horror/Sci-fi classic ALIEN provided comfort and escapism throughout her life.

(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of loss, trauma and those of a sexual nature, it also contain language that 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 BEREAVEMENT: www.cruse.org.uk

MIND:www.mind.org.uk

SAMARITANS: www.samaritans.org

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at ROCKET ROOM STUDIOS, LONDON

Audio clips curtesy of 20th CENTURY FOX & BRANDYWINE PRODUCTIONS

ALIEN is currently available via multiple streaming platforms (including DISNEY+), Blu-Ray & DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 11: Kate from Richmond - The Nettle Dress (2023)

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 23:01:00 GMT

Kate from Richmond reflects upon the impact of Dylan Howitt's THE NETTLE DRESS (2023) a beautiful film, documenting Allan Brown's 7 year creation of a nettle dress, whilst navigating the loss of both his wife and father.

(Trigger Warning: Contains themes of loss & 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 BEREAVEMENT: www.cruse.org.uk

MIND:www.mind.org.uk

MARIE CURIE: www.mariecurie.org.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at ROCKET ROOM STUDIOS, LONDON

Audio clips curtesy of SOFTLY FILMS

THE NETTLE DRESS is currently available via screenings, details of which can be found at www.nettledress.org

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Movie Clinic - Session 10: Ben from London - Die Hard (1988)

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:01:00 GMT

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

RESPECT (MENS ADVICE LINE): mensadviceline.org.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE ROAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA

Audio clips curtesy of 20th CENTURY FOX, GORDON COMPANY & SILVER PICTURES

DIE HARD is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 9: Ben from Essex - Primer (2004)

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 23:01:00 GMT

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.org.uk

RESPECT (MENS ADVICE LINE): mensadviceline.org.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE ROAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA

Audio clips curtesy of THINKFILM (with thanks)

PRIMER is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 8: Jenna from Wakering - Erin Brockovich (2000)

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 23:01:00 GMT

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 is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE ROAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA

Audio clips curtesy of UNIVERSAL PICTURES, COLUMBIA PICTURES, JERSEY FILMS & COLUMBIA TRISTAR FILM DISTRIBUTORS INTERNATIONAL (with thanks)

ERIN BROCKOVICH is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 7: Ian from Southend - Moana (2016)

Fri, 30 May 2025 13:45:09 GMT

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 by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE ROAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA

Audio clips curtesy of WALT DISNEY ANIMATION STUDIOS & WALT DISNEY STUDIOS MOTION PICTURES (with thanks)

MOANA is available on multiple streaming services (Disney +) and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 6: B from London - A Matter of Life and Death (1946)

Thu, 08 May 2025 23:01:00 GMT

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

MIND: www.mind.org.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE ROAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA

Audio clips curtesy of THE ARCHERS, J.ARTHUR RANK, UNIVERSAL PICTURES, COLUMBIA TRISTAR HOME VIDEO & EAGLE-LION FILMS (with thanks)

THE MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 5: Ian from Manchester - The World's End (2013)

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT

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.uk

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at NQ STUDIOS, Manchester, with thanks to JACK KONG and COOKIE.

Audio clips curtesy of RELATIVITY MEDIA, WORKING TITLE FILMS, BIG TALK PICTURES, DENTSU, FOCUS FEATURES and UNIVERSAL PICTURES (with thanks).

THE WORLD'S END is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 4: Goldy from London - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT

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 Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE CURA ROOMS, London.

Audio clips curtesy of MICHAEL WHITE PRODUCTIONS, FOX-RANK DISTRIBUTORS (UK) & 20TH CENTURY FOX (USA) (with thanks)

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 3: Tom from Leigh-on-Sea - Big Night (1996)

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:01:00 GMT

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 by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE ROAD, LEIGH-ON-SEA

Audio clips curtesy of RYSHER ENTERTAINMENT, TIMPANO PRODUCTION & THE SAMUEL GOLDWYN COMPANY (with thanks)

BIG NIGHT is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 2: Claire from Plymouth - The Shawshank Redemption (1994)

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:38:28 GMT

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

Movie Clinic is a DULL BOY PRODUCTION.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at THE CURA ROOMS, London.

Audio clips curtesy of CASTLE ROCK ENTERTAINMENT & COLUMBIA PICTURES (with thanks)

THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Session 1: Matty from Manchester - Quadrophenia (1979)

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT

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.

Produced & Conducted by DUNCAN PAVELING.

Produced & Sound by GAVIN THAIN.

Executive Producer GARETH STANLEY.

Recorded at NQ STUDIOS, Manchester, with thanks to JACK KONG and COOKIE.

Audio clips curtesy of THE WHO FILM LTD, POLYTEL FILMS, CURBISHLEY-BAIRD ENTERPRISES & UNIVERSAL PICTURES (with thanks)

QUADROPHENIA is available on multiple streaming services and Blu-ray/DVD.

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Movie Clinic - Trailer

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:15:30 GMT

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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