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Existentialism

Predator + the Übermensch

If you strip Predator down to its core, beneath the layers of mud, blood, and 80s action bravado, what emerges is a tale as old as time—survival, a story of predator versus prey, the hunter and the hunted. However, each blow for blow, trap, and kill actually ends up revealing a cinematic arena where primal instincts clash with existential philosophy.

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Existentialism

Blue Ruin + Resentment

Jeremy Saulnier’s film Blue Ruin offers a gritty, unflinching look at the consequences of seeking revenge. It is an anti-revenge, revenge tale that delves into the mind of its character, Dwight Evans, as he grapples with the complexity of resentment. Between two families the film explores themes including the cycle of violence and the futility of seeking retribution.

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Epistemology

Rashomon + Truth

Few movies explore the realms of human nature and morality as skillfully as Akira Kurosawa’s Rashomon. This cinematic masterpiece not only captivates with its storyline but also prompts us to tackle the intricacies of truth and the limitations of human perception. For the audience, Rashomon presents a tapestry of themes that strike a chord with our perpetual struggle between truth, humanity, and optimism.

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