Dr. Caligari

Overview

Mrs. Van Houten exhibits troubling symptoms that suggest a detachment from reality, prompting her husband to seek help from Dr. Caligari. The doctor proposes a controversial diagnosis, claiming that Mrs. Van Houten suffers from a peculiar affliction related to her libido. As her mental state deteriorates, the couple must navigate the complexities of her condition and the unsettling methods proposed by Caligari, raising questions about the boundaries of psychological treatment and the nature of desire itself.