Ep. 43: Why We Love Metaphysical Journeys (The Philosophical, Religious, and Spiritual)
You ever had an experience with a story that stirred something profound within you? Though most stories explore one's inner-life, there is an often neglected category of stories that specialize in the metaphysical. These journeys examine the philosophical, religious, and spiritual components that reshape our identity and make life meaningful. Jason and Nick return to the podcast to explore why these stories resonate with us so much, and what it's like for us to embark on our own metaphysical journeys.
Introduction (0:00)
Defining the Metaphysical Journey (5:08)
Discussing Examples of Metaphysical Journeys (8:37)
Prince of Egypt, Ben-Hur, Passion of the Christ, Silence (9:33)
Book of Eli, 2001 Space Odyssey, Groundhog Day, Bruce Almighty (20:56)
Pleasantville, The Truman Show, Stranger Than Fiction, Everything Everywhere All At Once (38:19)
The Tree of Life, Life of Pi, Soul, Wall-E (1:00:00)
Pinocchio, Frankenstein (1:18:04)
Metaphysical Journeys in Our Life Stories (1:31:27)
Check out Derrick's list of Metaphysical Journeys
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