Last Sunday, our movie night featured “Don’t Look Up”. What are your thoughts? It’s certainly a time for reflection.
- How did you feel about the film’s ending? Was it a fitting commentary on society’s inaction?
- Which character or scene resonated most with you, and why?
- What are your thoughts on the movie, its characters, and its underlying messages? How do you see its relevance in today’s world?
Don’t Look Up is more than just a movie; it reflects our society’s flaws, priorities, and choices. While the film employs humor and exaggeration, its underlying messages are sobering, urging viewers to reflect on their own attitudes and actions in the face of global crises.
Discussion Points
Satire & Symbolism
- The comet serves as an allegory for the climate crisis. While the threat is real and imminent, the reaction (or lack thereof) from the public and authorities showcases society’s tendency to ignore or downplay existential threats.
- The media’s portrayal, with its focus on superficial issues over the impending disaster, comments on the current state of journalism and its priorities.
Public Response:
- Why do you think the public reacted with such indifference to the impending comet disaster?
- How does the public’s reaction mirror our real-world response to pressing issues like climate change?
Politics & Corporate Interests:
- The film takes a jab at how political and business agendas can often overshadow genuine concerns for humanity.
- The decision to monetize the comet’s resources is symbolic of corporate greed and the exploitation of natural resources at the expense of the planet and its inhabitants.
Social Media & Virality:
- Don’t Look Up critiques our obsession with virality and how even the most serious topics can be reduced to memes and trends.
- The phrase “Don’t Look Up” itself becomes a political slogan, showing how easily genuine concerns can be turned into divisive political tools.
Scientific Credibility:
- The film explores the theme of credibility and how scientific facts can be easily dismissed when they don’t align with personal or political beliefs.
- How does the movie’s portrayal of science and expertise resonate with contemporary events?
Our Sunday Movie Night offers a delightful experience to learn from and reflect upon films. We will continue to select varied films to feature, and we’re excited to discuss and delve into them together. Stay tuned!
