JMeganSnow Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 I just went and saw this movie; I thought it was quite good although it didn't espouse any explicit philosophical principles. Instead, the effect was more the result of acting in violation of one's principles. It was as though philosophical questions were already explained, and the purpose was to vividly illustrate them in action. The general theme of the movie was anti-racism on the surface; the anti-racism "theme" was actually so up front and obvious that you shortly begin to realize that it's not at all the point of the movie. Anyway, I reccommend it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mathis Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 (edited) The general theme of the movie was anti-racism on the surface; the anti-racism "theme" was actually so up front and obvious that you shortly begin to realize that it's not at all the point of the movie. Anyway, I reccommend it. To be sure, there is a clear anti-racism message running through Crash. But that issue is only a part of a more fundamental theme: the truth is not always seen on the surface. I regard the film as one of the best so far this year. The dialogue is witty and insightful while maintaining realism. The plot is delightfully convoluted. (Try drawing a diagram of how the characters are related.) And, while no one actor remains on screen for very long, the performances are uniformly good. I loved the ending (no spoilers): “Here’s forty bucks, go buy your friends some chop suey.” Edited May 26, 2005 by Eric Mathis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMeganSnow Posted May 26, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 I would say rather that it is not appearances or background that determine an individual's character; it is the choices they make. If they let appearances and background dictate their choices they will make uniformly bad choices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free Thinker Posted July 4, 2005 Report Share Posted July 4, 2005 I went and watched Crash last night; and I was impressed by it. Here are some of my observations: 1) One of the main themes that the movie pulled across is the idea that racism is a debase and debilitating idea. It is one of the most vicious and primitive forms of discrimination. 2) The idea that "what goes around comes around" also was important. Racism didn't just affect one or two people - it affect a whole city. 3) There were no overt political ideas - such as socialism is what is needed, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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