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James Wakefield - Giovanni Gentile & Actual Idealism

Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour

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Philosophy and Film: The Adaptation Dilemma

This chapter explores the intricate challenges of adapting complex narratives for film, focusing on David Lynch's Dune and the potential adaptation of Frank Herbert's Messiah. It weaves personal philosophical journeys through early engagements with Nietzsche and Hegel, examining how these encounters influence thoughts on totalitarianism and political theory. The discussion highlights Giovanni Gentile's aspects of actualism and modern idealism, emphasizing their historical context and relevance in contemporary philosophical discourse.

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