6 Great Identity-related Philosophical Films
As many movie lovers know, we can, through the big screen, explore in depth what it really feels like to be a human being.
We have now listed 6 identity-related philosophical films worth watching…
Immaculate mind
The Spotless Mind ( Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, directed by Michel Gondry) is about a man who is unable to forget the people who live so deep in this sense, it is as if he would be able to touch the soul. The protagonist’s suffering is impressive in this powerful film.
Can another person be so important to us that he leaves his mark on our personal identity? According to this film, the answer obviously seems to be yes.
Gattaca
In the world of the future, genetic manipulation will determine the role of man. Do you think this may be a reality one day? The story of Gattaca ( Gattaca, directed by Andrew Niccol) shows that dreams and willpower can help an individual overcome all kinds of obstacles.
Another important lesson we see in Gattaca is that life is often seen as a career. Never do anything just to get a reward for it, and really invest in what you do.
Memento
A man who is unable to remember any events before the last minutes is trying to figure out how he got into that situation. The film goes backwards, from end to beginning, and the tattoos that the protagonist of the film gets on his skin help him perceive the story.
Do we decide for ourselves that we should explain all that we do not understand? Yes, probably. Memento ( Memento, directed by Christopher Nolan) is a clear example of this.
The Last Temptation of Christ
The Last Temptation of Christ ( The Last Temptation of Christ ) is Martin Scorsese’s film aroused controversy, which is based on a Greek writer Nikos Kazantzakis’s novel.
In the film, Jesus is seen as a man who doubts himself and fails to find his place in this world. Along the way, he loses his own identity.
Has any purpose really been created for all of us in advance? Does the development of our identity follow any pre-made plan? Should we follow our destiny when our dreams tell us something else?
Matrix
This is the Wachowski brothers ’famous film ( The Matrix) starring Keanu Reeves.
Can you imagine that one day you would realize that everything in your life is a lie? Would it be possible for you to believe that everything around us is virtual and that it has been created in our minds to meet our basic needs? What if you found out you were chosen.
Who are we really? Are we born for some purpose? Do we create our own identity during our lives or do we never succeed in figuring out the true purpose of this world?
Excalibur – the hero’s sword
We end the list with the British film Excalibur – Hero’s Sword ( Excalibur) by John Boorman , which tells the story of King Arthur and Camelot. Arthur was born for a specific purpose: to be king and to unite all the lands around Camelot.
The sword of the Excalibur hero is full of identity-related symbolism. A round table around which no one is better than another, a king who tries to cope with his duties at the same time as king and husband. All these are allegories of friendship and loyalty…
Thanks to its comprehensive mythology, this film is still worth a closer look.
The people around us, the sense of belonging, dreams and goals, and even the search for balance and happiness are masterfully portrayed in these films.
What is your favorite?
