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Heidegger's Dasein in the Meaning of Man in Cinema (Case Study of the Film Gravity)
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Behzad Asadi   , Mohammad Shokry , Minoo Khany |
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Abstract: (59 Views) |
| This research examines the influence of Martin Heidegger’s philosophy, particularly the key concepts of “thrownness” and “being-in-the-world,” on the representation of human beings in contemporary cinema. The purpose of the study is to analyze how Alfonso Cuarón employs Heidegger’s existential theories in the film Gravity. The main research question is how this film, using advanced cinematic tools, can artistically and philosophically portray the crisis of meaning and nihilism that dominates the modern world. From a goal-oriented perspective, this study is fundamental, and in terms of methodology, it is descriptive-analytical. The required data were gathered through documentary research, and film content analysis was used as the primary research method. The results of the study indicate that Gravity not only presents an engaging narrative but implicitly illustrates Heidegger’s philosophy within the context of modern cinema. This work depicts the “thrownness” of humanity into a weightless, lifeless space, where the concept of instability and suspension in modern life becomes clearly evident. By combining advanced cinematic technologies and innovative structural techniques, Cuarón has successfully portrayed concepts such as the crisis of meaning, nihilism, and the decay of values in an artistic and philosophical manner. The analysis also shows that despite contemporary challenges, cinema can still serve as a platform for expressing profound philosophical concepts and stimulating reflections on the truth and meaning of existence. In this regard, Gravity is a work that, beyond the boundaries of entertainment, explores deep anthropological and ontological concepts, inviting the viewer on a philosophical and intellectual journey. |
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| Keywords: Heidegger, Nihilism, Cinema, Gravity, Meaning of Human Existence. |
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Type of Study: Research |
Received: 2025/04/8 | Accepted: 2025/05/1 | Published: 2025/06/23
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