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The Century of the Self

The Century of the Self

DocumentaryWar
2002, Show
The legacy of famed psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud informs the lives of people throughout the world even to this day, though it's a phenomenon to which most are unaware. The film is an exhaustive examination of his theories on human desire, and how they're applied to platforms such as advertising, consumerism and politics.
Country: United Kingdom
Cast:
Ronald Reagan,
Bill Clinton,
Tony Blair,
Margaret Thatcher
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Ronald Reagan
As Self (archive footage)
Bill Clinton
As Self (archive footage)
Tony Blair
As Self (archive footage)
Margaret Thatcher
As Self (archive footage)
Adam Curtis
As Narrator
Adam Curtis
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Robert Reich
As Self
Sigmund Freud
As Self (archive footage)

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The Century of the Self is a thought-provoking documentary series that delves into the profound impact of Sigmund Freud's ideas on human desire and the way they have shaped modern society. Exploring how Freudian theory has influenced advertising, consumerism, and politics, the film offers a fascinating examination of the subtle manipulation of the masses and the rise of the self-serving elite. With four episodes, this BBC production is a must-see for anyone interested in understanding the hidden forces that drive our contemporary world.

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