Theorem
dir. Pier Paolo Pasolini · 1968
The search for meaning and connection can disrupt established lives, leaving individuals forever changed and questioning their existence.
A mysterious visitor arrives at a wealthy family's estate, seducing each member in turn, leaving them irrevocably changed. As the family grapples with their newfound desires and existential crises, the film unfolds like a philosophical inquiry into the nature of divinity and human connection. Watching it feels like traversing a dreamscape where every interaction is laden with meaning, and the boundaries of identity blur in the wake of an enigmatic presence.
A strange visitor in a wealthy family. He seduces the maid, the son, the mother, the daughter and finally the father before leaving a few days after. After he's gone, none of them can continue living as they did. Who was that visitor ? Could he be God ?
Talking points
- the nature of desire
- the impact of an outsider on established norms
- the intersection of sexuality and spirituality
- the fragility of identity
