Magazine Dreams follows Killian Maddox, a troubled character consumed by his obsession with bodybuilding and battling significant mental health challenges. The film examines themes of isolation and aggression, illustrated vividly through Killian's interactions with a mandated counselor. Despite his strict diet, he is ironically neglectful towards health risks associated with steroids and drugs. The narrative draws stark parallels to iconic films like Taxi Driver, as it delves into the punishing nature of Killian's lifestyle, raising questions on the morality of engaging with works from controversial figures like Jonathan Majors.
"Killian didn't choose to be there, and if that weren't clear from his visible discomfort... the unnamed woman spells it out by mentioning their sessions are state-mandated."
"Killian is painstaking about his diet, though his care about what goes into his body doesn't extend to the steroids that are causing his liver to sprout tumors..."
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