Andrew Gates has some thoughts on my post, What’s Ethical At The Cinema?

 

I really enjoyed ‘The Seven Samurai’. It was filled with eastern philosophy to ponder on. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes their movies to make them think.

Another good movie with moral weight behind it is ‘Silent Hill’. I originally wasn’t too interested in seeing it because it was based on the video game, but it really surprised me. If you don’t mind a bit of blood and gore, then it will really make you think a lot about the nature of good & evil and how blurry that distinction can be.

‘Gladiator’ starring Russell Crowe is another good one that touches on moral subjects such as what it means to be a good man, revenge, and social/political philosophy.

Last, but certainly not least, I HIGHLY recommend ‘Batman Begins’ and ‘The Dark Knight’. The two newest batman movies. Both are chalked full of moral, social, and political philosophy to ponder on.

I would like to recommend some films that deal with some of the big issues and some that I just like.

Windstruck -comedy drama – a meditation of life and death.

My Sassy Girl – A major hit in Asia – Not something you would see in the United States – life and love with an unusual girl.

To Serve Them All of My Days – Dedication

Desk Set – the greatest of the Hepburn / Tracy match ups – a woman’s place is the issue.

Persuasion – My favorite Jane Austen film – deals with regret and renewal.

Shadowless Sword – A story of redemption.