PsychologusWe can learn a lot from what entertains us. As humans, we are drawn towards things that seem attractive, aesthetic and inspirational. These things are what entertains us, which makes entertainment an important part of our daily lives. Whether it is online media or live art shows, we appreciate the chance to be in awe.
This category features psychological analyses of entertainment. Cinema, TV shows, music and art – we cover all, right here. Make sure to enjoy!
Jay Gatsby is a character originally from the tragedy novel “The Great Gatsby” by author F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1925. He is described as a mysterious man who shrouds himself with an extravagant exterior – but an overly ambiguous history and an even more withheld romantic life. Over the years, there have been two […]
Peaky Blinders is a British crime drama that first aired in September 2013 and concluded in April 2022, spanning six seasons and following the rise of the Shelby family from street bookmakers to political power brokers in early 20th-century Birmingham. Across its nine-year run, the series became known for its striking cinematography and historical atmosphere. […]
Light Yagami is a complex antihero of the famous Japanese anime series ‘Death Note’ (running from 2006-2007). The anime features a story of how a high school student (Light) comes across a notebook that allows the person using it to kill someone by writing their name on it and visualizing a real image of them […]
Lou Bloom (from Nightcrawler, played by Jake Gyllenhaal) is a unique portrayal of a psychopath. He is indeed a morally vacuous character. But more than that, he is the embodiment of a mind conditioned to see the world – and himself – as machinery to be optimized. Not unlike the popular perception of many incredibly […]
Joe Goldberg, the infamous protagonist of Netflix’s You, has captivated and horrified audiences with his chilling charm and obsessive pursuit of love (to put it mildly). But underneath Joe’s excessive behaviors (mostly stalking, killing, manipulating) lies a psyche shaped by trauma. By looking at Joe’s beliefs about himself, others, and the world, I hope to […]
Anime, or animēshon (in Japanese), is usually referred to animated films or series made in Japan. With the compelling storytelling these anime demonstrate (mostly), they have some of the most complex, terrifying, and unforgettable villains. From calculated masterminds to chaotic thrill-seekers, these characters captivate audiences. Their evil is legendary not only through their actions but […]
Okay, real talk—have you ever seen a celeb couple and instantly Googled their age gap? Don’t lie, we’ve all done it! Whether it’s Priyanka and Nick, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, or that one weird pairing that made you go, “Wait, she’s older??” – age-gap relationships are everywhere, and people have opinions. And sure, the internet loves […]
Part1: Analyze the portrayal of BPD-related themes in the drama, focusing on the character of Saba Shafiq (played by Mahira Khan) Intense and unstable relationships People with BPD often have difficulty maintaining stable and healthy relationships. They may experience intense and sudden shifts in their feelings towards others, leading to idealization and devaluation of the […]
Walter White – aka Heisenberg – goes through immense transformation as the main protagonist of the American series Breaking Bad. Starting out as a high school teacher, White eventually moves into the drug business – not only to make ends meet but also to thrive as his own person. Played by Bryan Cranston (a great […]
Are you looking for movies on panic attacks to understand what they look like? If that is the case, you are at the right place! The following is the list of 7 movies you must watch to understand panic attacks: Girl, Interrupted (1999) In the film, Winona Ryder plays the role of a young lady who, […]