Psychology at the movies / Skip Dine Young.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction: the many sides of psychology & the many faces of the movies -- The search for meaning: psychological interpretations in the movies -- Psychopathology, psychotherapy & psycho-psychologists & their patients in the movies -- Crazy genius: the psychology of filmmakers -- Picturing the audience: psychological profiles of moviegoers -- The cinematic moment: emotions & the comprehension of movies -- Reflecting on the screen: the reception of movies -- The movies made me do it: the effects of film effects on behavior -- Movies as equipment for living: the functions of film -- Conclusion: putting the pieces together.