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We’re thrilled to announce that Today in the Hood, the latest experimental art film by Dan Joyce, has officially been submitted to the Sunset Film Festival! This isn’t just a movie—it’s a raw, unapologetic portrait of urban life, captured through the lens of someone who’s lived it, breathed it, and painted it in words and pictures. With a background in graphic design, illustration, and mental health advocacy, Dan Joyce brings his unique voice to the screen in a way that defies categories. 🖼️ Today in the Hood isn’t your typical narrative film. It’s a visual poem. A collision of street...

WonderCon 2025 was packed with superheroes, sci-fi fanatics, and spectacular cosplay—but amid the capes and lightsabers, a quieter, more intimate kind of art stole the spotlight. The Life Drawings with Dan and Anne turned heads and warmed hearts, offering a striking reminder of the beauty of the human form in all its natural, expressive glory. 📸 See the collection of life drawings and video here Dan Joyce, known for his raw, emotionally charged multimedia work, and Anne, a classically trained figurative model, brought a unique dual vision to the exhibit. Their combined collection displayed not only technical mastery but also...

By Dan Joyce (and Bonkers, of course) WonderCon 2025 wasn’t just another comic convention — for me, it was a chance to connect, create, and carry a message that matters: mental health awareness deserves a seat at the creative table. And we brought it, loud and proud. From the moment we walked into the Anaheim Convention Center, Bonkers and I were hit with that wild WonderCon energy — part costume carnival, part creative explosion, part deep human connection. And this year, it felt more personal than ever. A Booth With a Message At my table, nestled in the vibrant chaos...

For centuries, philosophy has tried to answer life’s big questions:What is truth? What is goodness? Why does my toaster only burn one side of the bread?But when it comes to treating people—especially those struggling with mental illness, addiction, or poverty—there’s one philosophical system that’s stood the test of time with its heart in the right place: Humanism. Humanism evolved from ancient wisdom to modern science, always rooted in one simple idea: People matter. Not labels. Not diagnoses. Not punishment masquerading as therapy. People. And that’s what separates it from today’s outdated and sometimes cruel tactics, like the notorious Tough Love...

  Families are supposed to be our first source of love and safety—but for many of us, they’re where the trauma began. The term “dysfunctional family” gets tossed around a lot, but few people truly understand how deeply damaging these toxic dynamics can be. When each family member unconsciously plays a role in a silent, unspoken script—often rooted in fear, shame, and denial—someone always gets sacrificed. Let’s break down the classic cast of characters in a dysfunctional family: The Sick One – The one who displays the most obvious symptoms: addiction, mental illness, or instability. They draw the most attention...