Exploring the intersection of film and philosophy, Dean Kowalski analyzes Joss Whedon's works, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Firefly, to illustrate how filmmakers can engage in philosophical discourse through narrative. By examining Whedon's creations, Kowalski argues that fictional films can serve as a medium for philosophical exploration, revealing deeper meanings and insights within the narratives.
Featuring significant revisions and updates, Classic Questions and Contemporary Film: An Introduction to Philosophy, 2nd Edition uses popular movies as a highly accessible framework for introducing key philosophical concepts Explores 28 films with 18 new to this edition, including Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Hotel Rwanda, V for Vendetta, and Memento Discusses numerous philosophical issues not covered in the first edition, including a new chapter covering issues of personal identity, the meaningfulness of life and death, and existentialism Offers a rich pedagogical framework comprised of key classic readings, chapter learning outcomes, jargon-free argument analysis, critical thinking and trivia questions, a glossary of terms, and textboxes with notes on the movies discussed Revised to be even more accessible to beginning philosophers
Incorporating film summaries and study questions, this book offers an engaging introduction to ethics for students. It connects moral theories and dilemmas with classic philosophical texts, allowing readers to explore how these concepts manifest in films. By examining the representation of ethical questions in cinema, students gain practical insights into applying moral theories to contemporary life.