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What is Human? Who are we? Where do we come from? What is love? The most fundamental of our philosophical questions are tackled by a few daring movies. These movies are often presented as action, etc. but with a sub-text that leaves you thinking. SF&F Movies are about more than just beating up the bad guys. |
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Blade Runner (1982/1992/200?)What is Human? If we artificially create beings that look human, act human, and even start developing their own emotional responses, then what is the difference? If we think we are different, what is it that makes us human? Brazil (1985)If you are not left asking questions after seeing this movie then you are as insubstantial as a pile of papers in the breeze. Ghost in the Shell (1995) [ Kokaku Kidotai ]When all that is left of your original human body is your consciousness, what happens to your soul? Does it exist in the first place? What exactly makes us human? Zardoz (1974)Can we live forever? Maybe, but at what price? This and many other questions are tackled in this philosophical playground.
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It is essential to our existence as humans that we question our existence. Many of the great philosophers have asked these questions in the past. A lot of today's philosophers hide behind fiction and let the questions reside in their stories. Many of the great stories work on several levels. The superficial level may still entertain without great thought. But for those who have a mind, closer examination reveals a myriad of questions aimed at challenging how we think about life. |
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