Pioneering Insights: Psychoanalytic Perspectives on the Films of Ingmar Bergman

Discover a groundbreaking collection of essays that delves into the cinematic mastery of Ingmar Bergman through the lens of psychoanalytic theory. Edited by Vanessa Sinclair, this anthology brings together an international community of scholars, practicing psychoanalysts, and filmmakers to provide a contemporary Freudian-Lacanian assessment of Bergman’s work.

For the first time, this unique psychological perspective sheds light on Bergman’s films, life, and work in philosophical, historical, and cultural contexts. The contributors offer in-depth analyses of seminal films such as Persona and The Silence, as well as comparative studies of multiple films and insightful explorations of Bergman’s life and work in a cultural context.

A Landmark Publication for Academics and Practitioners

Psychoanalytic Perspectives on the Films of Ingmar Bergman is an essential read for academics and students of film studies, psychoanalytic theory, and Lacanian philosophy. This book will also appeal to psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, and cinema enthusiasts seeking to deepen their understanding of Bergman’s cinematic legacy.

Key details about this publication:

• Published by Routledge (1st edition, December 1, 2022)
• Language: English
• Hardcover: 200 pages
• ISBN-10: 1032060069
• ISBN-13: 978-1032060064

Delve into the fascinating world of psychoanalytic film criticism and explore the cinematic genius of Ingmar Bergman like never before.