Are you filled with deep existential angst over the inevitability of death and pointlessness of human suffering? Do you also believe the debut season of Nic Pizzoletto’s show is possibly the greatest series ever created?
Well, do I have something for you: True Detective classes, accompanied by various works of literature, philosophical treatise, and essays spanning the full first season.
Through the works of Robert Chambers, Thomas Ligotti, and David Benatar, along with a host of writings by essayists by doctors in philosophy, we are going to understand True Detective like no-one has attempted to before.
Pizzoletto drew his ideas from various philosophers dealing in anti-natalism and nihilism. Most of the quotes by Rust Cole are drawn directly from The Conspiracy Against the Human Race. The stories plot and symbolism are heavily influenced by Robert Chambers work The King in Yellow. There are other references to Lovecraft and many ideas drawn from philosophers including Nietzsche and Schopenhauer.
All of these ideas will be examined and discussed on a weekly basis, through weekly readings and subsequent discussions happening over Google Hangouts. There will be all sorts of other fun stuff, like examinations of the filming styles and artistic influences and treats if you buy them for yourself.
To get started…
First, check out the Syllabus for this brand new class here.
Next, take a peak at the outline/episode guide which includes what readings will be done on which dates here.
Then, sit back and watch the pilot here!
Google Drive folder with all class materials is located here. Feel free to contribute!
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