Slavoj Žižek - Collected Recordings ZIZ287 Discussion on Lacan (23.03.2022)
Mar 21, 2023
Slavoj Žižek, a renowned philosopher, joins film theorist Todd McGowan and psychoanalytic academic Russ Sbriglia to examine Jacques Lacan's theories. They discuss surplus enjoyment, analyzing its implications in modern capitalism and gender. The conversation delves into the psychological dynamics of the Iraq War and the current crisis in Ukraine, highlighting narratives of deception and identity. They also reflect on the struggles of Russian protesters, emphasizing the profound impact of political oppression and the power of dissent in a repressive regime.
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Lacan's Shift to Sinthome
- Lacan's shift from paternal metaphor to sinthome suggests a fragmented psychic landscape.
- This implies individuals are primarily driven by jouissance, disconnected by a unifying symbolic order.
Lacan and Surplus Jouissance
- Lacan introduces surplus jouissance and hints at a unique theory of capital.
- He abandons this direction in Seminar 17, potentially missing a crucial development in his theory.
Lacan as Da Vinci Code
- Žižek compares certain Lacanian readings to Dan Brown's novels.
- He criticizes the search for hidden symbolic mysteries, likening it to a "Da Vinci Code" approach to Lacan.