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Embracing Alienation w/ Todd McGowan

Žižek And So On

CHAPTER

Alienation and Identity in Philosophy and Cinema

This chapter explores the philosophical themes of alienation and separation through the lens of Lacanian psychoanalysis, contrasting it with Hegelian thought. It discusses the representation of alienation in literature and cinema, analyzing characters' struggles and societal discontent in films like 'Fight Club' and 'Paris, Texas.' The conversation further delves into the political implications of alienation, referencing historical movements and the significance of public space in addressing communal feelings of disconnection.

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