2001: A Space Odyssey and Lacanian Psychoanalytic Theory
In 1968, Stanley Kubrick completed and released his magnum opus motion picture 2001: A Space Odyssey; a time that was also tremendously important in the formation of the psychoanalytic theory of Jacques Lacan. Bringing these figures together, Bristow
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2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY AND LACANIAN PSYCHOANALYTIC THEORY Daniel Bristow
The Palgrave Lacan Series Series editor Calum Neill School of Psychology and Sociology Edinburgh Napier University Edinburgh, United Kingdom Derek Hook Duquesne University Pittsburgh, USA ‘Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey is the iconic soundtrack and cosmic screenplay of the contemporary world in every imaginary dimensionality. Beginning with but also quite apart from Slavoj Žižek, Daniel Bristow’s masterful Lacanian coding unlocks 2001 in his book: offering the reader a tour, complete with color and sound, of the filmic imaginary, symbolic, and Real, a well-written and richly rewarding study.’ – Babette Babich, Executive Editor, New Nietzsche Studies ‘In many ways the book reminds me of the first time watching the film. Within its pages are fascinating insights into not just the theory and writing of Lacan, but also new revelations regarding Kubrick’s masterpiece. It, like the film to which it responds, will be a work to return to, in the firm expectation of gaining something new from it, with each visit.’ – Jon Greenaway, Literary Theorist and Blogger (@thelitcritguy) ‘This amazing book jump cuts from Lacan to 2001 and back again. Bristow cuts into the Symbolic stuff of A Space Odyssey to show us that it is psychoanalysis that is at stake as the architecture of fantasy today, he cuts through Imaginary representations of Kubrick’s classic that hypnotically bind us to it as if it were merely a sci-fi film, and he cuts us into a view of reality—of outer space and our inner space—that enables us to appreciate the place of the Real. This book proves that film is nothing without the traces of fantasy, and that Lacanian psychoanalysis is now secreted in every nook and cranny of cinematic enjoyment.’ – Ian Parker, Psychoanalyst, Manchester Psychoanalytic Matrix
Jacques Lacan is one of the most important and influential thinkers of the 20th century. The reach of this influence continues to grow as we settle into the 21st century, the resonance of Lacan’s thought arguably only beginning now to be properly felt, both in terms of its application to clinical matters and in its application to a range of human activities and interests. The Palgrave Lacan Series is a book series for the best new writing in the Lacanian field, giving voice to the leading writers of a new generation of Lacanian thought. The series will comprise original monographs and thematic, multi-authored collections. The books in the series will explore aspects of Lacan’s theory from new perspectives and with original insights. There will be books focused on particular areas of or issues in clinical work. There will be books focused on applying Lacanian theory to areas and issues beyond the clinic, to matters of society, politics, the arts and culture. Each book, whatever its particular concern, will work to expand our understanding of Lacan’s theory and its value in the 21st century. More information about this series at http://www.palgrave.com/gp/series/15116
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