"Those who tell stories rule society."
- Plato
So who today are our principal storytellers? Not philosophers, but filmmakers. For those who know both the enormous entertainment potential and the culture-shaping power of film, this book will stir mind and imagination. For great stories freight world-sized ideas, ideas worthy of contemplation and conversation. Great cinema inspires wonder. But another philosopher, Aristotle, reminds us that wonder is the true source of philosophy. [more]
What is New
Read Doug's Article "Survival of the Fittest? Richard Dawkins Duped" as Doug prepares to see Ben Stein's Film Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed.
Read Doug's The Film Aficionado’s Guide to Great Technology.
Read Doug's Article "Religion and Moral Complexity in Five Films Nominated for Best Picture."
Read Doug's Review of "There Will Be Blood"
You can now get 24 and Philosophy: The World According to Jack (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series)
Check Doug's Calendar to keep up with interviews and speaking about the book!
