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Jacques Lacan: La Psychanalyse 1 & 2 (1974)

10.019741h 36mFR
Documentary

Directed by Benoît Jacquot

Rating

10.0/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

FR

Release

July 4, 1974

Director

Benoît Jacquot

Overview

In "psychanalyse", a two part documentary, the psychoanalyst Jacques Lacan answers to questions submitted by his son-in-law Jacques-Alain Miller under the direction of Benoit Jacquot. The Office de Radiodiffusion Television Francaise (ORTF, the french public TV) broadcast this program. This document...

Cast

Jacques Lacan

Jacques Lacan

Jacques-Alain Miller

Jacques-Alain Miller

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Jacques Lacan: La Psychanalyse 1 & 2 (1974), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In "psychanalyse", a two part documentary, the psychoanalyst Jacques Lacan answers to questions submitted by his son-in-law Jacques-Alain Miller under the direction of Benoit Jacquot. The Office de Radiodiffusion Television Francaise (ORTF, the french public TV) broadcast this program. This documentary and its text became famous because this is the only televisual experience practiced by Lacan. A fair amount is made of the fact that Lacan was renowned for his powers of seduction and what effect this had on transference in the clinical setting. According to some of the interviewees, he could be irresistibly seductive, so much so that some thought him "monster".

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Jacques Lacan: La Psychanalyse 1 & 2. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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