Violent Faculties

Violent Faculties is a film that follows a philosophy professor who performs dehumanizing experiments on unwilling subjects to prove the value of philosophy, despite being ejected by university administrators for pursuing knowledge over profit.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 175 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2024
Publisher: Clash Books

Violent Faculties is a captivating film that delves into the depths of human nature, exploring the boundaries between the soul and body. The story follows a philosophy professor, driven by her fascination with Sade and Bataille, who is forced to abandon her position at the university due to budget cuts. Determined to prove the value of philosophy as a discipline, not solely for financial gain, she embarks on a series of daring experiments that push the limits of what is considered acceptable.

As her experiments yield startling theoretical results and ethical conundrums, the professor's obsession with understanding the essence of humanity takes a dark turn. She questions the morality of killing humans, delving into what makes their lives sacred and searching for answers in their bodies, words, thoughts, and souls. With a knife in her home office, she embarks on a quest for foundational truths, willing to sacrifice anything in her pursuit of knowledge.

The film's cinematography is stunning, capturing the raw intensity of the professor's experiments and the moral dilemmas she faces. The performances are exceptional, with the lead actress delivering a powerful and nuanced portrayal of a woman driven by her passion for philosophy and her desire to make a difference. Violent Faculties is a thought-provoking and provocative film that challenges viewers to consider the boundaries between life and death, morality, and the pursuit of knowledge. It is a must-watch for anyone interested in exploring the darker aspects of human nature and the power of philosophy to inspire change.

Weight: 188g
Dimension: 126 x 203 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781955904940