Film Talk with Psychologist Meral Erten

Talk

November 10, 2023 / 21:00

Pera Film presents a selection of films by Bosnian director and screenwriter Pjer Žalica, entitled Traces of Time, as part of Bosnia and Sancak Cultural Days. On Friday, 10 November, after the screening of The Perfect Circle, clinical psychologist Meral Erten will present a film talk at the Pera Museum Auditorium.

Free admissions. Limited space, drop in, no reservations.

About Meral Erten
Meral Erten holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychological Counselling from Istanbul University and a Master's degree in Behavioural Sciences. She is a graduate of Bilgi University Clinical Psychology Master Programme. She continues her psychoanalysis training under the supervision of the International Psychoanalysis Association (IPA). After the films shown as part of the Cinema Evenings, which were presented in cooperation with Psike Istanbul and Moda Sahnesi and continued for 10 years, she discussed the films with psychoanalytic interpretation with the active participation of directors, actors, experts in their fields and the audience.

Sea Baths

Sea Baths

It is understood from Evliya Çelebi’s well-known Book of Travels that the history of sea baths goes as far back as the 17th century; their acceptance and popularization take place in mid-19th century as a result of Westernization, among other things.

Venuses Throughout History

Venuses Throughout History

José Sancho does not conceal the voluptuousness of his female torsos; he highlights it. These torsos are symmetrical from front, but on the other hand, from the side, the juxtaposition of concave and convex forms creates dynamism.

Medicinal Herbs in Byzantium

Medicinal Herbs in Byzantium

Knowledge of plants and the practice of healing are closely entwined. The toxic or hallucinogenic nature of some roots, and the dangers associated with picking them, conferred a mythical or magical character and power.