The Century of the Self
Series • 2002

The Century of the Self

A secret history of the 20th century.

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IMDb8.77K
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Why Watch

A English Documentary, War & Politics web series (2002) rated 8.7/10 on IMDb by 6K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Adam Curtis, Anne Bernays, known for an underrated hidden gem.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Adam Curtis
Adam Curtis
Narrator
Anne Bernays
Anne Bernays
Self
Martin Bergmann
Self
Robert Reich
Robert Reich
Self
Edward L. Bernays
Edward L. Bernays
Self (archive footage)
Sigmund Freud
Sigmund Freud
Self (archive footage)
Anna Freud
Self (archive footage)
Wilhelm Reich
Wilhelm Reich
Self (archive footage)
Tony Blair
Tony Blair
Self (archive footage)
Margaret Thatcher
Margaret Thatcher
Self (archive footage)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Century of the Self worth watching?

Yes — highly recommended. Filmistani rates The Century of the Self 91/100 (IMDb: 8.7/10). A strong pick for fans of Documentary.

Where can I watch The Century of the Self online in India?

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Is The Century of the Self a hit or flop?

The Century of the Self is a hit — 6K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 91/100 point to strong audience reception.

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…

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