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This video was recorded at MIT 24.209 Philosophy In Film and Other Media - Spring 2004. Discussion of Miguel's paper #2 topics: "Rebel Without a Cause" and how teenagers deal with death. Discussion of Edward's paper #2 topics: the ideological contrast presented by the knight and his squire in "The Seventh Seal." Discussion of David's paper #2 topics: Responding to Heidegger's position on death and religion, using "The Seventh Seal." Discussion of Cathy's paper #2 topics: Three main myths depicted in "8 1/2." Discussion of Terry's paper #2 topics: Theological representations in "The Seventh Seal." Discussion of Lauren's paper #2 topics: How does the meaning of life affect the outlook of each character in "The Seventh Seal"? Discussion of Phillip's paper #2 topics: How imagination enhances meaning in life, as seen in "Life Is Beautiful" and "Amélie." Discussion of Peter's paper #2 topics: Contrast between self love and selfishness in relation to "Pride and Prejudice."

Disciplines:

• Arts  / Film Video, and Electronic Arts