Philosophy goes to the Movies

by Christopher Falzon

Overview

Philosophy goes to the Movies is a new kind of introduction to philosophy that makes use of movies including The Matrix, Antz, Total Recall and Cinema Paradiso, to explore philosophical ideas.
Topics covered include:
*the theory of knowledge
*the self and personal Identity
*moral philosophy
*social and political philosophy
*philosophy of science and technology
*critical thinking.
Ideal for the beginner, this book guides the student through philosophy using lively and illuminating cinematic examples. It will also appeal to anyone interested in the philosophical dimensions of cinema.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781134559190
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/09/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	244
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Christopher Falzon is lecturer of Philosophy at Newcastle University, Australia. He is the author of Foucault and Social Dialogue

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Introduction
1. Plato's Picture Show - the Theory of Knowledge 2. All of Me - the Self and personal Identity 3. Crimes and Misdemeanours - Moral Philosophy 4. Antz - Social and Political Philosophy 5. Modern Times: Society, Science and technology 6. The Holy Grail: Critical Thinking
Further Reading Glossary Bibliography Index