#existentialism

#existentialism

The subject of saṃvega is a disquieting feeling that we all experience at some point, reinforcing our sense of unease about life's purpose.

Anguish arises from uncertainty, as we face choices between values like love and freedom, which can pull us in opposite directions.

In 'Paper Swans,' a parkkeeper encounters a mysterious woman in a ballet dress, engaging in a dreamlike repetition of making paper swans, rich in symbolic meaning.

Trying to seek meaning in such abstraction may seem as absurd as Camus believed it was to seek meaning in life. But meaning there is.

If Pascal believes, She must reward him; if he disbelieves, She must punish him.

The White Lotus presents a captivating glimpse into the lives of affluent American tourists, exploring their existential dilemmas amidst the opulence of a luxurious Thai resort.

Solstad's prose combines existential despair, political themes, and humor, making him a unique voice in Norwegian literature, admired worldwide by literary giants.

John Cheever's 'The Swimmer' critiques the facade of American suburbia, revealing a deeper pain and self-destructive tendency hidden beneath its idyllic exterior.

Guadagnino's 'Call Me by Your Name' portrays queer desire in radiant sunlight, contrasting with his new film, where darkness dominates the quest for connection.

Goethe’s brief diary entry reflects on Friedrich’s 'Monk By the Sea' as a pivotal piece of Romantic art, embodying existential themes and abstraction before its time.