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Why Theory

Parallax View

Apr 28, 2024
Ryan and Todd analyze Slavoj Zizek's ideas on the parallax view, conspiracy themes in films, controversial scenes in 'Wild at Heart', Stalinism vs. Nazism, Heidegger's legacy, freedom, impulses, and parallax in narrative interpretation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Parallax view challenges traditional understanding by highlighting gap between viewpoints.
  • Zizek reframes Bartleby as polite figure challenging power dynamics, promoting nuanced view.

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The Significance of Parallax View in Slavoj Žižek's Work

Slavoj Žižek's exploration of the parallax view introduces a new perspective, emphasizing the gap between different viewpoints. This gap challenges traditional ways of understanding subjects and objects. The concept of parallax illustrates the inherent disturbance and lack of total overlap in perception, highlighting the complexity of subjectivity.

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