Thinking About Thinking Machines: Metropolis
Past Present Future
Exploring Dark Themes and Historical Parallels in Cinema
This chapter examines the complex themes of a classic film, drawing unsettling connections between its visuals and historical events like Nazi ideology. It critiques urban modernity and discusses the intricate relationship between the film's writer, her political beliefs, and the portrayal of authority and collectivism.
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