Surreal Scenes and 'The Dude Abides'

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In this chapter, they discuss the surreal scenes in both movies and how they are perfect for stoners. They also notice a connection between The Big Lebowski and the phrase 'the dude abides'. They talk about the character growth of the dude and how he cares enough about the rug to start the whole plot.

It's Part 2 of the Lebowski vs. Pulp Fiction showdown. This time we focus on the Dude, Walter, Donny, and most importantly Jesus Quintana. (Nobody fucks with the Jesus). What's the ethos of this stoner masterpiece? Is it a nihilstic movie? A deconstruction of masculinity? A cannabis infused Daoist parable? And is it fair to compare these two classics from the 90s? Fair? Who's the fucking nihilist you bunch of crybabies!

Plus - trolling. What is it? Why do people do it? Can works of art troll their audience? And is there such a thing as a benign troll?

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