Modern Tragedy & the Search for Meaning
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
- In this video, I’ll explore the shift from classical to modern tragedies and how this has changed the way in which we experience catharsis~
In classical Greek tragedies, suffering was both unavoidable and a result of divine will. Heroes couldn’t escape their fate, and it would invoke both pity & fear in the audience, which results in traditional catharsis-the release of one’s own emotions.
However, in modern tragedies, suffering is depicted as both avoidable & self-inflicted, and instead of the will of Gods, it is often a result of psychological and societal pressures. Naturally, the way we experience catharsis has changed too, as instead of affirming the cosmic order of things, it leaves us questioning life and being confronted with the absurdity of it all.
The big difference is certainty vs uncertainty, as modern tragedy forces the audience into an existential confrontation where meaning isn’t given but must be created. This is what I describe as ‘existential catharsis’ in the video, as it mirrors Jung’s individuation process, in which we are confronted with our role in our own suffering and the need to create meaning for ourselves.
I hope you enjoy this video, thank you so much for watching :)
Books mentioned in the video:
Bacchae - Euripides
The Metamorphosis - Franz Kafka
The Myth of Sisyphus - Albert Camus
Steppenwolf - Herman Hesse
The Vegetarian - Han Kang
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zoe winter, itszoewinter
Im Brazilian, my english is so bad, but i see this video with automatic translator and... IS SO GOOD AND GENIUS
I hope you enjoy this video ~
all books/lit mentioned:
Bacchae - Euripides
The Metamorphosis - Franz Kafka
The Myth of Sisyphus - Albert Camus
Steppenwolf - Herman Hesse
The Vegetarian - Han Kang
That’s fascinating. So it’s a shift to a psychological catharsis over spiritual.
Hello! Thank you for the amazing upload; last night I finished "Das Parfum" by Patrick Süskind and enjoyed the horror of it! Was a beautifully twisted read and I'll definitely read these recommendations next, very much appreciated!!!
Ohh I’m glad to hear you enjoyed it! I find after years I still have vivid pictures in my mind from Parfum, it’s definitely one of the most atmospheric books I’ve ever read and I love it✨
Fantastic analysis! Bridging modern psychology with classic stories. In my opinion a new and unique approach to the optimism vs nihilism discussion that I've seen online. Keep up the good work!
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Ever thought of working in marketing? Youre really good at selling books😂 Steppenwolf, Metamorphosis (albeit before watching your videos already) and Myth of Sysiphus are next up to be red, thank you🤔🙏🏼