The Century of the Self
- Documentary
- War & Politics
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.
The Century of the Self is a four-part documentary series that explores Sigmund Freud's profound influence on modern society through advertising, consumerism, and politics. Originally aired in 2002, this exhaustive examination traces how psychoanalytic theories about human desire shaped the 20th century and continue to affect our world today. The series reveals the often-invisible connections between Freud's ideas and the systems that shape consumer behavior and political manipulation.
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Anne BernaysSelf- Martin BergmannSelf
Robert ReichSelf
Edward L. BernaysSelf (archive footage)
Sigmund FreudSelf (archive footage)- Anna FreudSelf (archive footage)
Wilhelm ReichSelf (archive footage)
Tony BlairSelf (archive footage)
Margaret ThatcherSelf (archive footage)
Bill ClintonSelf (archive footage)
Ronald ReaganSelf (archive footage)
Trailer
Century of the Self (Trailer) - Adam Curtis (2002)
Seasons
1 season
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Is The Century of the Self renewed or cancelled?
The Century of the Self has ended — it concluded its planned run.
The Century of the Self — frequently asked
When did The Century of the Self originally air?
The series premiered on March 17, 2002.
How many episodes are in The Century of the Self?
The series consists of four parts.
Where can I watch The Century of the Self?
The series is available through various streaming platforms and digital retailers, though availability varies by region.
Is The Century of the Self still ongoing?
No, the series ended after its initial four-part run in 2002.
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