The Century of the Self

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A deep examination about the rise of psychoanalysis as a powerful means of persuasion for both governments and corporations, and how it later helped influence the contemporary society of lifestyles and marketing.

Episode 1Happiness Machines

How Sigmund Freud's American nephew invented the public relations profession. Contains disturbing scenes.

Episode 2The Engineering of Consent

How those in power in post-war America used Freud's ideas to try and control the masses. Contains disturbing scenes.

Episode 3There is a Policeman Inside All of Our Heads: He Must Be Destroyed

There is a Policeman Inside All Our Heads; He Must Be Destroyed. This film looks at how radical ideas inspired the rise of the "me" generation. Contains some strong language.

Episode 4Eight People Sipping Wine in Kettering

A look at psychoanalytic techniques used by western political powers to gain power.

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