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18.08.2022 / 01:13
Jonah Hill Says He Will No Longer Promote His New Films, Citing ‘Anxiety Attacks’
published in Deadline, the filmmaker said that he realized he needed to take a step back from public appearances during the process of directing “Stutz,” a documentary about mental health issues and his own journey.“Through this journey of self-discovery within the film, I have come to the understanding that I have spent nearly 20 years experiencing anxiety attacks, which are exacerbated by media appearances and public facing events,” he wrote.The actor and “Mid90s” director expressed gratitude that his second feature would be premiering “at a prestigious film festival this fall,” and hope that it would reach audiences who would connect with its themes. But he doubled down on his commitment to refrain from participating in any press surrounding the release, calling it “an important step to protect myself.”“If I made myself sicker by going out there and promoting it, I wouldn’t be acting true to myself or to the film,” he added.Read the full letter below:“I have finished directing my second film, a documentary about me and my therapist which explores mental health in general called “Stutz.” The whole purpose of making this film is to give therapy and the tools I’ve learned in therapy to a wide audience for private use through an entertaining film.“Through this journey of self-discovery within the film, I have come to the understanding that I have spent nearly 20 years experiencing anxiety attacks, which are exacerbated by media appearances and public facing events.“I am so grateful that the film will make its world premiere at a prestigious film festival this fall, and I can’t wait to share it with audiences around the world in the hope that it will help those struggling.