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Cinema on the Couch
2007-08 Series
A Film and Discussion Series on the North Shore
sponsored by the Chicago Institute
for Psychoanalysis
In this series we bring together cinema and psychoanalysis. The
artistry of cinema is an ideal medium for illustrating and discussing
the deep emotional issues that constitute the life-blood of
psychoanalysis. Each year we have selected films with a common thread
that allow exploration of a broad range of issues relevant to our times.
Topics have included intimacy, love, alienation, family dynamics,
coming of age, and sexuality.
The theme this year is THE OUTSIDER. Film showings followed by
discussion will take place on Sunday afternoons from 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Each film will be discussed by a different member of the Institute for
Psychoanalysis.
Series Moderator: James M. Fisch, M.D.
September 9, 2007
LITTLE CHILDREN (2006)
James M. Anderson, Ph.D., discussant
A satirical melodrama directed by Todd Field (In the Bedroom) with
gut-wrenching empathy and humor. An exploration of alienation and
longing beneath the surface of idyllic suburbia, with complex portrayals
of motherhood, sexuality, fear and prejudice. Great performances by Kate
Winslet & Jackie Earle Haley.
October 21, 2007
MY ARCHITECT: A SON'S JOURNEY (2003)
David M. Terman, M.D., discussant
A documentary with the emotional impact of a dramatic feature film. The
illegitimate son of the famed architect, Louis Kahn, searches throughout
the wide world and the inner world to understand his complicated and
flawed father. A deeply moving study of the artist as outsider and
interpreter of his world.
November 11, 2007
MY FIRST MISTER (2001)
Arthur Nielsen, M.D., discussant
Adolescent angst portrayed by Leelee Sobieski, as an angry multiply
pierced friendless teen who meets an equally isolated older man (Albert
Brooks). Their improbable, but fascinating relationship breaks through
layers of protective avoidance in both. A warm-hearted look at love and
fear of intimacy.
December 9, 2007
AMERICAN BEAUTY (1999)
Dorothy Grunes, M.D., discussant
A dark comedy about midlife crisis with Kevin Spacey dropping out of the
American Dream becoming a teen-age wanna-be and the ultimate outsider.
A brilliant and imaginative script with a fresh look at growing old and
growing up.
January 13, 2008
ABOUT SCHMIDT (2002)
Caryle Perlman, M.S.,L.C.S.W., discussant
Jack Nicholson in one of his finest performances. The outsider seen
from the perspective of retirement, widowhood and paternal impotence. A
dark comedy that deals with the search for meaning and finding it in
unlikely places.
February 10, 2008
THE LIVES OF OTHERS (2006)
James M. Fisch, M.D., discussant
Political thriller and human drama set in 1984 East Germany with a
powerful Stasi agent as the outsider spying on a beautiful and talented
couple suspected of treason. The interplay between them, with themes of
envy, fear and courage makes this a profound study of remarkable
individuals living under extreme circumstances.
Series Faculty:
James W. Anderson, Ph.D., Faculty, Chicago Institute
for Psychoanalysis and Clinical Professor of Psychology, Northwestern
University, where he teaches a course on the psychology of film.
Private practice of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy.
James M. Fisch, M.D., Faculty, Chicago Institute for
Psychoanalysis and Director, Adult Psychotherapy Program; Clinical
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical
Center. Private practice of psychoanalysis and psychiatry.
Dorothy Grunes, M.D., Candidate in training, Chicago
Institute for Psychoanalysis, with a background in Elizabethan drama,
literary criticism, and film. Clinical Assistant Professor of
Psychiatry, Rush Medical Center. Private practice of psychoanalysis and
psychiatry.
Arthur Nielsen, M.D., Faculty, Chicago Institute for
Psychoanalysis, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Northwestern
University Feinberg School of Medicine. He is the originator of NU's
undergraduate course, Marriage 101: Building Loving and Lasting
Relationships. Private practice of psychoanalysis and psychiatry with a
special interest in treating couples.
Caryle Perlman, M.S., L.C.S.W., Faculty, Chicago
Institute for Psychoanalysis, and the Institute for Clinical Social
Work. Private practice of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy for
individuals and couples.
David Terman, M.D., Faculty and Director, Chicago
Institute for Psychoanalysis. Private practice of psychoanalysis and
psychiatry with a long-standing amateur interest in architecture.
Location:
- Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Avenue
Winnetka, IL 60693, (847) 446.0537
Near the corner of Lincoln and Pine; see map below.
Time:
- 2:00 to 5:00 PM
Cost:
- $20 per film or $100 for the full series
Registration and More Information:
- For additional information or to register, contact Chris Susman at 312.922.7474 or csusman@chicagoanalysis.org,
or download the registration form (1.2 MB).
Map for the Winnetka Community House
Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Avenue
Winnetka, IL 60693, (847) 446.0537
Near the corner of Lincoln and Pine
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