Knight of Cups, with Steven DeLay (Malick 7)

May 30, 2024

Steven DeLay, film analysis expert, explores 'Knight of Cups' with Thomas, analyzing the film's gnostic and tarot references. They discuss Malick's Christian vision, Hollywood hedonism critique, and occult worldview subversion. Delve into complex family dynamics, authenticity, symbolism of tarot cards and narrative identity in Hollywood, suffering and salvation themes, Kierkegaard's religious stages, and actress connections in the film.

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Exploring Tarot Symbolism and Spiritual Journeys in Film

02:32 • 16min

Journey through Themes and Critiques in 'Knight of Cups'

18:59 • 18min

Exploring Complex Family Dynamics in Hollywood

36:34 • 19min

Exploring Heidegger's Concept of Authenticity

Symbolism of Tarot Cards and Narrative Identity in Hollywood

01:01:10 • 12min

Exploration of the Sun Tarot Card and Introduction of Enigmatic Character

01:12:45 • 2min

Exploring Themes of Suffering and Salvation

01:14:58 • 22min

Exploring Kierkegaard's Religious Stages and Critiquing Buddhist Detachment

01:36:47 • 4min

Exploring the Intriguing Life of Peter Matheson

01:40:27 • 8min

Analyzing 'Knight of Cups' and Actress Connections

01:48:29 • 2min