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The Century of the Self

The Century of the Self

Mar 17, 2002 · 58m

Rated 8.4 out of 10
Documentary
War & Politics
Season 1

Creator

Adam Curtis

Overview

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.

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Cast of The Century of the Self

Crew of The Century of the Self

About The Century of the Self

What is The Century of the Self about?

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.

When did The Century of the Self first air?

The Century of the Self premiered on March 17, 2002.

How many seasons does The Century of the Self have?

The Century of the Self has 1 season with 4 episodes. The series has ended.

Who created The Century of the Self?

The Century of the Self was created by Adam Curtis.

Who is in the cast of The Century of the Self?

The cast of The Century of the Self includes Adam Curtis (Narrator), Anne Bernays (Self), Martin Bergmann (Self), Robert Reich (Self) and Edward L. Bernays (Self (archive footage)).

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