
371. In Conversation with Rob Ager from Liverpool (PART 2: Film Analysis / Hidden Meanings / Stanley Kubrick / Conspiracy Theory)
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Challenging Conventions: Films, Conspiracies, and Kubrick
This chapter explores the need for innovative ideas in filmmaking, focusing on Paul Thomas Anderson's 'The Master' and its ties to Scientology. The discussion also examines conspiracy theories linked to Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining', particularly surrounding the moon landing, and how biases shape perceptions in various fields. Ultimately, it critiques these theories while contemplating Kubrick's skepticism towards authority and the impact of his distinctive artistic vision.
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