In Therapy
In Therapy

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In Therapy

2009
Movie
90 min
Portuguese

In Rio de Janeiro, the forty and something years old Mercedes (Lília Cabral) goes to the psychoanalyst and tells the story of her life since she was a girl and lost her mother. Along the three years of analysis, her life changes and she divorces from her husband Gustavo (José Mayer) and has love affairs with the younger Theo (Reynaldo Gianecchini)

Insights

IMDb8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic81/100
Google Users89%
Director: VariousGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

The series follows the professional and personal life of Dr. Paul Weston, a psychotherapist. Each week, he meets with a different patient presenting a range of emotional and psychological struggles. The show also delves into Paul's own life, exploring his complex relationships and his own therapy sessions with a former mentor.

Critical Reception

In Treatment (the original title, as 'In Therapy' is not a recognized show) was widely acclaimed by critics for its intimate portrayal of therapy sessions, strong performances, and sophisticated writing. It was praised for its realistic depiction of human vulnerability and the therapeutic process, earning numerous awards and nominations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its nuanced character development and compelling dialogue.

  • Hailed for its realistic and sensitive exploration of psychological issues.

  • Gabriel Byrne's performance as Dr. Paul Weston received widespread critical acclaim.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the show's intelligent writing and the depth of its character explorations, particularly the therapist's own struggles. Many viewers found the show thought-provoking and relatable, appreciating its departure from typical television drama.

Awards & Accolades

Won a Golden Globe for Best Actor – Television Series Drama (Gabriel Byrne) and received multiple Emmy nominations.

Fun Fact

The show's structure, with different patients each day of the week, mirrors the typical pacing of real-life therapy sessions, creating a unique narrative rhythm.

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