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‘The Basics of Philosophy’ Review: Paul Schrader’s Guilt-Ridden College Drama Poses Thorny Questions About Its Own Existence
Venice Film Festival: After public allegations and admissions of misconduct, it’s impossible to view Schrader’s latest in a vacuum, nor does he want you to In April 2025, director Paul Schrader was accused of sexual assault and harassmen…
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Paul Schrader’s newest film, The Basics of Philosophy, debuted at the Venice Film Festival as a guilt‑laden college drama that turns its narrative inward, questioning its own existence. The review notes that recent public allegations and admissions of misconduct against Schrader make it difficult to separate the work from his personal controversies.
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