Foucault Against Himself

A cerebral, interview-driven documentary that asks you to think along with philosophers about contradiction and power.

Directed by

François Caillat

Genres

Documentary, Tv movie

Starring

Michel Foucault

Overview

In both his private and public life, Foucault often contradicted himself, especially when his ideas collided with the institutions where he worked. Contemporary critics and philosophers reframe their legacy in an effort to build new ways of thinking about his struggle against the mechanisms of domination within society, demonstrating how the conflict lies at the heart of his life and work.

How it feels

Earnest, tense and melancholic. Measured and demanding.

About

Power, identity, politics, morality

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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