Fight Club (Philosophers on Film) by Thomas E. Wartenberg


Fight Club (Philosophers on Film)
Title : Fight Club (Philosophers on Film)
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ISBN : 0415781892
ISBN-10 : 9780415781893
Language : English
Format Type : Paperback
Number of Pages : 180
Publication : First published January 1, 2011

Released in 1999, Fight Club is David Fincher’s popular adaption of Chuck Palahniuk’s cult novel, and one of the most philosophically rich films of recent years. This is the first book to explore the varied philosophical aspects of the film. Beginning with an introduction by the editor that places the film and essays in context, each chapter explores a central theme of Fight Club from a philosophical perspective. Topics discussed Including annotated further reading at the end of each chapter, Fight Club is essential reading for anyone interested in the film, as well as those studying philosophy and film studies.

Fight Club (Philosophers on Film) Reviews

  • Austinp

    Just as good as the movie!!

  • Awais Khan

    'People do it everyday, the see themselves as they'd like to be but they don't have the courage to run with'. This quote aptly explains the essence of fight club. The protagonist creates a alter-persona of himself and is able to turn his life around just by imagining what he'd like to be. Of course there are other themes like consumerism, struggle for power and addiction,but this are all ancillary to the main theme, that is of finding yourself and conquering your biggest enemy : the obstructions and impediments inside you which are holding you back. A fantastic read

  • mzmsary

    First two chapters in this book by Murray Skees and Charles Guignon are the one of the best essays I've ever read in these pop culture philosophy books,which I am a fan btw. Other 5 essays though,are so underwhelming and waste of time really, it makes it hard to suggest this book in its wholesome. That is such a shame considering Fight Club is one of most intellectually interesting movies of all time and this collection is not worthy of it. Just read first 2 piece plus Thomas Wartenberg's introduction which summarizes every chapter and you are good.

  • Jan

    Enjoyed this book. I did see the film years ago but didnt really remember much of the detail so it still surprised me!

    Well written, weird but not so bizarre that it was tedious to read!