IN THE NET OF THE SYMBOLIC. THE FILM WORK OF ROMAN POLAŃSKI

The book "In the Net of the Symbolic" is a fascinating journey through the work of one of the most outstanding and controversial directors in film history, Roman Polański. The author analyzes his films in the context of contemporary Lacanian psychoanalysis, offering a fresh perspective on well-known works. This is a must-read for every film and psychoanalysis enthusiast who wants to explore the secrets of the human psyche hidden in film images.

• In-depth analysis of Polański's films based on Lacan's psychoanalysis
• Fresh perspective on the director's work
• Universality of Lacan's methodology in the interpretation of films
• Accessible language, understandable to a wide audience
• Extensive bibliography and references to other scientific works
• Interesting reading for film scholars and psychoanalysts
• Insightful case study on film work

Mariusz Hybiak's book is a unique combination of film studies and psychoanalysis, offering the reader a comprehensive and multidimensional view of Roman Polański's work. Based on the theory of Jacques Lacan, the author analyzes the director's films, revealing hidden meanings and symbolism that often go unnoticed when watching. This is a work that will surely encourage reflection and re-watching of well-known films.

The author, Mariusz Hybiak, is a doctor of humanities, film scholar, literary scholar and cultural scholar. His interdisciplinary approach allows for an in-depth analysis of cultural phenomena, in particular film work. In his research, he devotes a lot of space to the psychoanalysis of Jacques Lacan, with the help of which he diagnoses cultural phenomena. He is also the author of independent film productions.

This publication is particularly valuable due to the lack of previous studies on Polański's work in the context of Lacanian psychoanalysis. The author fills this gap, offering new interpretive perspectives and showing the universality of psychoanalytic methodology in the analysis of films. This book is an important contribution to the development of film studies and psychoanalysis, as well as to the understanding of Roman Polański's work.

Avalon Publishing House has ensured high editorial quality, which makes the book look aesthetically pleasing and pleasant to read. The paperback cover and 16x24 cm format make it handy and easy to store. It is an ideal gift for every film and psychoanalysis enthusiast who wants to explore the secrets of the human psyche hidden in film images.