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Oil painting of Truman Burbank from The Truman Show, symbolizing identity, reality, and the search for authenticity.

Identity and Reality in ‘The Truman Show’

'The Truman Show,' directed by Peter Weir and released in 1998, is a film that has carved its own niche in cinematic history as a profound exploration of identity, reality,…

Screen Psyche September 4, 2025

Oil painting of a young woman in a blue dress with a sad expression, standing in front of her stern mother, symbolizing the emotional impact of the mother wound.

Psychological Concepts via Characters

The Mother Wound in Female Protagonists: A Deep Dive

Introduction to the Concept of the Mother Wound The term mother wound refers to the emotional trauma that stems from a woman’s complex relationship with her mother, which can manifest in various…

Screen Psyche August 12, 2025

Oil painting of Bella Baxter with long black hair, inspired by Poor Things, in a surreal colorful Victorian setting.

Film Character Analysis

Poor Things’ Bella Baxter: Rebirth, Identity, and the Feminine Self

Embark on a fascinating journey into the world of 'Poor Things', a cinematic adaptation of Alasdair Gray's novel, exploring Bella Baxter's complex transformation. This exceptional character embodies themes of rebirth,…

Screen Psyche August 12, 2025