Carl Jung’s groundbreaking ideas are not just confined to psychology textbooks—they live and breathe in the culture around us. From dream interpretation to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, from popular books and mindfulness practices to the stories on our movie screens, Jung’s influence is woven into our everyday language and imagination.  His ideas are developed straightforwardly in fantasy content, storytelling, alternative spirituality, self-help and recovery communities.

This program will explore how Jungian principles surface in surprising ways, with special attention to three films and their central characters: The Truman Show (1998), American Beauty (1999), and John Huston’s 1956 adaptation of Moby Dick. Each provides a powerful lens for understanding shadow, archetypes, individuation, and the quest for meaning. We’ll also look at the enduring popularity of the Myers-Briggs and its roots in Jung’s theory of psychological types.

Join us for a lively, accessible discussion that brings Jung’s insights into focus through the lens of modern culture and timeless storytelling.

Note: You do not need to have attended Part One, but to feel prepared for the event, it would be helpful to watch the movies and take the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.