The purpose of the film series is to encourage psychoanalytic dialogue with respect to creativity and movies.
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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Description: Set in a working-class housing estate in Southeast London during a sweltering summer, Beautiful Thing (1996) is a tender and uplifting coming-of-age story about two teenage neighbors, Jamie and Ste. Escaping their troubled home lives, the boys find solace in each other's company, slowly transforming their close friendship into a deeply touching romance. Supported by a vibrant cast of neighborhood characters, this classic perfectly balances sharp British humor with heartfelt realism to offer a wonderfully optimistic celebration of first love and self-acceptance.
Format: We'll watch the film together at the Sie FilmCenter, followed by a discussion. We are excited that this venue offers a full theater experience, complete with lounge, concessions, and full bar, providing plenty of opportunity to mingle before or after the event. Family and friends are welcome!
Discussant Biography: Brian Ngo-Smith, LCSW, FABP is a psychoanalyst and clinical social worker in Denver, CO. He received his MSW from the University of Iowa and completed analytic training at the Denver Institute for Psychoanalysis, where he is now on faculty. Brian has worked in the mental health field for over 20 years in residential, hospital, community mental health, and private practice settings. He is a past president of the American Association for Psychoanalysis in Clinical Social Work and he was the recipient of the 2024 Ernst and Gertrude Ticho Memorial Award from the American Psychoanalytic Association.
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PROGRAM DETAILS
Date: Sunday, November 22, 2026
Time: 3:00 - 6:00 PM (MDT)
Location: Sie FilmCenter located at 2510 East Colfax, Denver, CO 80206. Free parking is available in the garage located above the Sie FilmCenter, accessible from both Columbine and Elizabeth streets. Street parking is also available throughout the surrounding neighborhood, where posted.
The FilmCenter has a lounge area, concessions, full bar, accessible entrances and exits, accessible bathrooms, water fountains, and elevator/ramp access to all theaters. Click here for more information about accessibility at the theater.
Cost: To help cover the cost of theater rental, there is a $20 general admission fee for all attendees. There are a limited number of $10 student tickets available. If registering as a student, please list your training institution during registration. Friends and family are welcome. The registration fee covers admission only.
Donations: Consider including a donation with your registration to ensure programs like this continue to reach our community. Even a small gift creates a big impact. We are grateful for your support!
Registration: Registration is required and must be completed by 12:00 PM (MT) on November 19th. A confirmation email will be sent when registration is complete.
Guest Registration: If you would like to bring a guest, please include the number of guests and pay their fee during the registration process.
No CE credit offered.
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POLICIES
Confidentiality: During all programs, we will follow rules of confidentiality for clinical case material including disguising identifying information. Please do not discuss any case material outside of this program. Recording without authorization is prohibited.
Cancellation: Due to fixed venue costs and advanced commitments, we are unable to offer refunds for this event. We appreciate your understanding in helping us sustain these programs.
Photography Notice: By registering for this event, I hereby acknowledge and agree that the Denver Psychoanalytic Society (DPS) or its agents may take photographs and recordings for DPS purposes, including but not limited to news, publicity, and fundraising purposes, without further compensation to me. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the DPS.
