an essay on whether or not the matrix is a religious film. thesis satement: the matrix is a philosophical film in religious clothing
Title: an essay on whether or not the matrix is a religious film. thesis satement: the matrix is a philosophical film in religious clothing
Category: /Social Sciences/Philosophy
Details: Words: 1396 | Pages: 5 (approximately 235 words/page)
an essay on whether or not the matrix is a religious film. thesis satement: the matrix is a philosophical film in religious clothing
Category: /Social Sciences/Philosophy
Details: Words: 1396 | Pages: 5 (approximately 235 words/page)
The wildly popular film, The Matrix, is often regarded as being very "deep" as it tackles subjects not normally seen in Hollywood productions. Parallels are commonly drawn between Christianity and Buddhism, leading to the assumption that The Matrix is a religious film. However, behind this veneer lie themes that are more closely related to significant philosophical forces in human thinking than religion. Themes relating to the metaphysical, fate and knowledge vs. ignorance permeate The Matrix, …showed first 75 words of 1396 total…
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