Mar 28, 2024  
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PHI 010B - (HP) Philosophic Themes in Film

Semester Hours: 3
Periodically

An introduction to various philosophical issues that arise in contemporary films like InceptionThe Matrix, Avatar, Memento, Moon, and Crimes and Misdemeanors. Some of the issues that will be examined include the problem of skepticism, the nature of the self, personal identity, artificial intelligence, free will and determinism, and moral dilemmas. 

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
No previous study of philosophy is presupposed or required. Formerly PHI 016.





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