Villain Therapy — ZUKO from Avatar: The Last Airbender

Head to 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! Support us! Patreon: Merch: Internet Dads Popcorn: 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: Discord: Instagram: Threads: @therapy_cinema TikTok: @therapy_cinema Twitter: Facebook:
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