Cinema on the Couch
2009-10 Series
A Film and Discussion Series on the North Shore
Sponsored by the Chicago Institute
for Psychoanalysis
Location:
- Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Avenue
Winnetka, IL 60693, 847.446.0537
Near the corner of Lincoln and Pine; see map below.
Dates:
- Sundays, September 13, October 12, November 1, 2009
January 10, February 14, March 14, 2010
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, download the registration form (PDF)
or contact Chris Susman at 312.922.7474 or
csusman@chicagoanalysis.org.
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 will select films with a common thread
that also allow exploration of a broad range of issues relevant to our
times. Topics will include intimacy, love, alienation, family dynamics,
coming of age, sexuality, and others.
The theme this year is FEELING AND FORGETTING.
Series Moderator: James M. Fisch, M.D.
Sept 13: RACHEL GETTING MARRIED (2008)
James Anderson, Ph. D., discussant
A family drama with Anne Hathaway in a memorable performance as the
troubled, drug-addicted family member attending her sister's wedding.
Memories burst forth from the family home, old grievances get played out
and the meaning of family is explored.
Oct 12: BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOU'RE DEAD (2007)
Arthur Nielsen, M.D., discussant
A crime thriller with stunning acting by Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan
Hawke, Marissa Tomei, directed by Sidney Lumet. Intense overpowering
feelings drive this violent family drama to its inexorable and tragic
conclusion.
Nov 1: THE SWEET HEREAFTER (1997)
Caryle Perlman, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., discussant
A small Canadian town is torn apart by the appearance of an
ambulance-chasing lawyer after a tragic accident involving a school bus
killed many of the town's children. A powerful drama dealing with loss,
grief, anger, retribution and reconciliation.
Jan 10: HALF NELSON (2006)
Dorothy Grunes, M.D., discussant
An honest and inspirational film that explores the precarious
relationship between a white inner-city public school teacher struggling
with his own demons and a young black girl on the verge of losing her
innocence, this film features outstanding performances from Ryan Gosling
(Lars and the Real Girl) and Shareeka Epps.
Feb 14: CAPTURING THE FRIEDMANS (2003)
Paula Fuqua, M.D., discussant
Andrew Jarecki's riveting non-fiction drama gives a haunting depiction
of a disintegrating family, and sobering argument on the elusiveness of
truth. A tragic and human story of people driven by forces they can
neither understand nor control.
Mar 14: I'VE LOVED YOU SO LONG (2008)
James M. Fisch, M.D., discussant
Kristin Scott Thomas in an unforgettable performance of a woman unable
to forget her own unspeakable crime or believe she has a right to
happiness, and a sister desperate to forget and reestablish connection.
One of the best films of the year.
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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