Stutz

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Stutz

R

2022

1h 36m

Documentary

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Phil Stutz is one of the world's leading psychiatrists. He's helped countless patients over 40 years, including world-class creatives and business leaders, and among them many therapy-skeptics. Directed by friend and patient Jonah Hill, the film explores Stutz's life and walks the viewer through his signature visualization exercises, The Tools. As Hill sits down with Stutz for an unorthodox session that flips their typical doctor-patient dynamic, they bring The Tools to life in a humorous, vulnerable and ultimately therapeutic experience. Featuring candid discussion of both Stutz's and Hill's personal mental health journeys, alongside the lighthearted banter of two friends from different generations, the film beautifully frames The Tools and the journey toward mental health in a manner that's accessible to anyone -- whether or not they are actively seeking help.

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Critics Consensus

A funny, emotional glimpse at the dynamic between a psychiatrist and his patient, Stutz heartwarmingly underscores the importance of an active focus on one's mental health.

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Stutz demonstrates the value of therapy in a way that will move you -- and could even change the lives of some viewers.

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Noel Murray

Los Angeles Times

11/18/2022

This film has a worthy goal: to change the perspectives of people who might be hurting right now. For those willing to go with its flow, it has a real power.

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Dan Einav

Financial Times

11/18/2022

4/5

Instead of a stagy one-sided interview, we’re treated to an honest conversation about mental health and human flaws between two men who share a touchingly warm bond.

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Lisa Kennedy

New York Times

11/15/2022

Hill’s nods to filmmaking tricks add to the sense we’re sharing in something authentic: a portrait of affection.

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Mira Fox

The Forward

08/02/2023

C-

Stutz has a strange amount of bravado for a therapist, talking frequently about his natural talent for therapy and the way ideas spontaneously come to him...especially with his invented vocabulary, he comes off more like a cult leader than a therapist.

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Dan Buffa

Dose of Buffa

02/08/2023

A

Instead of just being another documentary, Jonah Hill’s courageous film opened its doors and just let the audience in. Much appreciated. Highly recommend.

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Mark Jackson

Epoch Times

02/05/2023

4/5

Actor/director Jonah Hill honors his psychiatrist. A great introduction to the world of therapy, and an opportunity to see what kinds of things a world-class therapist, who genuinely cares about his patients, can bring to the table of your life.

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Car B

Nov 29

Loved this documentary. I learned a lot and also really enjoyed how both were vulnerable and authentic. A must see.

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Kenny G

@Kennytheg Sep 13

Liberating. Powerful. Intimate. Warm. Aching.

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Kyle M

Apr 14

Jonah Hill’s returning gratitude excels his goal in bringing a mostly engaging, ideally reflective and insightful therapy session from his titular therapist whose life shows profound analytical roots as their conversation is deeply honest with some strays due to non-appliance. (B+)

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Andreea R

Apr 9

The fact that not all psychotherapists have Mr. Phil’s gentleness… it hurts my soul. From the very first seconds, you can feel he is a kind person — you just want to step through the screen and meet him, talk to him. Without a doubt, this is the best documentary — it’s meant to be watched with your heart, not just your eyes. Because it speaks in a way that everyone can understand, and his advice truly makes you stop and say: ‘Wow… this really hits.’ This man and this documentary are simply a dream. Congratulations from the bottom of my heart. With love from Romania!

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Ryan M

Mar 12

This movie was really bad. Usually i like Jonah hill but man this movie is 96 minutes I'll never get back. Save yourself some time.

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Geke g

07/28/2024

Speechless!💕 i think everyone must see this one

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Phil Stutz is one of the world's leading psychiatrists. He's helped countless patients over 40 years, including world-class creatives and business leaders, and among them many therapy-skeptics. Directed by friend and patient Jonah Hill, the film explores Stutz's life and walks the viewer through his signature visualization exercises, The Tools. As Hill sits down with Stutz for an unorthodox session that flips their typical doctor-patient dynamic, they bring The Tools to life in a humorous, vulnerable and ultimately therapeutic experience. Featuring candid discussion of both Stutz's and Hill's personal mental health journeys, alongside the lighthearted banter of two friends from different generations, the film beautifully frames The Tools and the journey toward mental health in a manner that's accessible to anyone -- whether or not they are actively seeking help.

Director: Jonah Hill
Producer: Chelsea Barnard, Diane Becker, Alison Goodwin, Jonah Hill, Matt Dines, Melanie Miller, Mark Monroe, Joaquin Phoenix
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Strong Baby
Rating: R (Language)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 4, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 14, 2022
Runtime: 1h 36m

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