A Philosophical Approach to Cinema

About Us

Philosophy seeks to address some of the most pressing questions in the fields of metaphysics, ethics, logic, mathematics, and aesthetics, among others. It is a subject of study that is both far-reaching and vitally important for our society. We turn to philosophy to contemplate our existence, purpose, and methods and practices for conducting our daily lives.

Philosophy is also particularly applicable to film, as film can operate as a reflection or reproduction of humanity, or a visual story crafted with the intention of addressing philosophical questions. Philosophical theory and film theory are also intrinsically linked, as they both assess their respective subjects at the most fundamental levels. Philosophy in Film was created to merge these two subjects, and apply philosophical theories and methodology to the study and interpretation of individual films, directors, genres, film viewership, and the history of film production.

In addition to our reviews and essays, we also like to promote independent filmmakers and their work. If you’d like to learn more about our promotional services, contact us, or check out our tips on marketing your own movie.

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About the Author

Matthew Jones studied Film and Philosophy at the University of Georgia. After working in the film industry for two years, primarily in Extra’s Casting, he moved abroad to teach English in Taiwan. He is currently traveling, writing, producing for theater and independent film, and actively growing Philosophy in Film. You can see some of his previous work on his IMDb page.

If you would like to inquire about Matthew’s writing services, check out his website.