| Description |
ix, 267 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Plato's picture show: the theory of knowledge -- All of me : the self and personal identity -- Crimes and misdemeanors : moral philosophy -- Antz : social and political philosophy -- Modern times : society, science, and technology -- The holy grail : critical thinking |
| Summary |
"Philosophy Goes to the Movies is a new kind of introduction to philosophy, that mikes use of film to help us understand philosophical ideas and positions. Drawing on a wide range of films from around the world, and the ideas of a diverse selection of thinkers from Plato and Descartes to Marcuse and Foucault, Christopher Falzon introduces and discusses central areas of philosophical concern."--Jacket |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 255-259) and index |
| Subject |
Philosophy in motion pictures.
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Philosophy -- Introductions.
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| Genre/Form |
Einführung
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| LC no. |
2006028291 |
| ISBN |
041535725X (hardback) |
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0415357268 (paperback) |
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9780415357258 (hardback) |
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9780415357265 (paperback) |
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