7 Best Philosophical Movies Of All Times

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Khuraijam Roger Singh
Dec 10, 2024

Rashomon (1950)

Directed by Akira Kurosawa, the film follows a peasant, a woodcutter, and a priest seeking shelter under a broken hedge. Each tells their own version of the trial of a notorious bandit who was detained for rape and murder.

Mirror (1975)

Andrei Tarkovsky’s film centers on a guy in his 40s named Alexei who lies on his deathbed and remembers his family and his life, which was shattered by social and political upheaval.

The Truman Show (1998)

A psychological comedy drama film directed by Peter Weir follows a man who is unaware that he is living his entire life on a colossal soundstage, and that it is being filmed and broadcast as a reality television show.

My Dinner with Andre (1981)

Directed by Louis Malle, follows two friends, over dinner, a lively discussion begins, and it takes an intriguing turn when one of them questions the other about his morals.

Being There (1979)

An ordinary gardener named Chance has dedicated his life to caring for a wealthy elderly man. Chance is left on the streets after his death, knowing nothing but what he has learned from watching television.

Love and Death (1975)

A comedy film directed by Woody Allen follows a cowardly combat hero and his distant cousin who devise a plot to kill Napoleon Bonaparte when he invades Russia. They start debating the plan philosophically as a result.

My Night at Maud's (1969)

A New Wave drama film by Éric Rohmer follows Maud, a divorced woman, and Jean-Louis, a devoted Catholic, talk about religion, love, philosophy, and morals all night long.

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