Character Relationship Map: Analyze This

Characters

• Paul Vitti (played by Robert De Niro) — protagonist

  Powerful mob boss suffering from severe anxiety and panic attacks, seeking therapy.

• Dr. Ben Sobel (played by Billy Crystal) — protagonist

  Disillusioned psychiatrist who becomes Paul Vitti's reluctant therapist and friend.

• Laura MacNamara Sobel (played by Lisa Kudrow) — supporting

  Ben's supportive wife, navigating marriage and unexpected mob entanglements.

• Dominic Manetta (played by Joseph Rigano) — supporting

  Paul's loyal consigliere, assassinated early in the first film.

• Jelly (played by Joe Viterelli) — supporting

  Loyal and pragmatic underboss to Paul Vitti, handles crew operations and logistics.

Key Relationships

• Jelly → Dr. Ben Sobel (Professional Recommender)
• Paul Vitti → Laura MacNamara Sobel (Romantic Groom)
• Paul Vitti → Dominic Manetta (Conflict Killer)
• Paul Vitti → Dr. Ben Sobel (Professional Patient)
• Paul Vitti → Jelly (Professional Loyal Underboss)

Story Analysis

A mob boss's journey from anxiety-driven chaos to redemption through therapy and sacrifice.

Plot Progression

1. The Panic Disorder Emerges
2. Intrusion into Domestic Life
3. Betrayal and Deception
4. The Final Stand