Unveiling the Dark Humor of The Art Of Negative Thinking

Name: The Art Of Negative Thinking
Description: An engagingly angry and subversive comedy that satirizes feel-good self-help groups. Following a severe accident, former movie stunt man, Jeff, has been left paralyzed from the waist down, impotent and angry. Now he spends his days getting stoned, watching Vietnam War movies with his pistol in his lap and fighting with his wife Kat. Desperate to save their relationship, Jeff’s wife Kat invites an unorthodox therapy group to their home. The group and their therapist leader (Tori), descend upon the couple in full positivity mode, eager to change Jeff’s ways. But Jeff’s brutally funny negativity proves so persuasive that he stirs mutiny among the ranks. And without Tori to keep them in line, the group follows Jeff’s course of therapy. After some big and messy breakdowns, the group members discover solidarity and emotional release by being honest and dropping the facades they’ve built around themselves. They become familiar with each other, they become friends, and they all learn the art of thinking negatively.
Genre: Feature Film
Date Created: Q1 2026

The Art Of Negative Thinking: A Satirical Comedy Unveiling the Art of Negative Thought

“The Art Of Negative Thinking” is a subversive comedy that delves into the world of feel-good self-help groups through a uniquely angry and humorous lens. The film follows Jeff, a former stuntman left paralyzed and embittered after a severe accident. When his wife Kat brings an unconventional therapy group led by the optimistic Tori into their lives, Jeff’s negativity sparks unexpected reactions, leading to a journey of self-discovery and emotional honesty among the group members.

This feature film challenges the notions of positivity and self-improvement, offering a fresh take on the power of negativity and authenticity. With a talented cast and the creative vision of writer/director Ben Lewin, “The Art Of Negative Thinking” promises a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of human nature and the complexities of relationships.