Archive for September 11th, 2009

District 9

I came across a particularly interesting review of District 9, written by a reverend named Robert Barron. Published for WordOnFire.org, Fr. Barron brings up an interesting interpretation of the film’s main conflict between the aliens and humans, referencing such philosophers as Hegel and Levinas. Without giving anything away, the philosophical relationship that is introduced is one of the most valid that has been mentioned in any review about the film I have yet read. It is worth a good, contemplative look, and instantly makes Fr. Barron a reviewer to keep an eye on.

Also, if you haven’t already, check out our review of District 9 here.