Philosophy All Along

Why is Lobo the key to making sense of *Supergirl’s* ending? Ruthye gives mercy. Kara gives death. And Lobo without realizing it gives Kara the gift of an ethical witness. Major spoilers for Supergirl follow. In this seven-minute philosophical analysis, I argue that Ruthye, Kara, and Lobo form an unexpected community through three gifts surrounding the death of Krem. Ruthye spares Krem. Kara then...

Obsession is not just a horror movie about a cursed wish. It is a film about love, possession, masculinity, rejection, consent, and the terrifying fantasy of being loved “more than anyone else.” In this video, I break down why Curry Barker’s Obsession is one of the scariest horror films in years and why the real monster may not be the curse, but the desire to be loved at the expense of someone els...

The comments on my @ScreenCrush appearance clocked me... and they were right. I defended *Supergirl* and encouraged people to support movies in theaters, but I ignored how expensive moviegoing has become. We cannot control ticket prices, but we can try to find something interesting, meaningful, or fun even in an imperfect film—so our limited time is not spent only being angry at art. Thanks to @Sc...

Is James Gunn’s *Superman* a political film—and what happens when audiences find political meanings that a filmmaker may not have consciously intended? In this extended conversation, Nicolas Michaud of Philosophy All Along is joined by Colton Ogburn, producer, writer, editor, and on-screen host for @ScreenCrush, to discuss the politics of *Superman* (2025). We examine the film’s depiction of Borav...

DESCRIPTION: Backrooms is not just a horror movie about liminal spaces, endless rooms, and impossible architecture. It is a movie about therapy, trauma, and what it would mean to see a person from the inside out. In this video, I use basic 4D theory, mirrors, MRIs, blueprints, cross-sections, and the film’s strange reversed spaces to argue that Backrooms turns psychotherapy into cosmic horror. The...

Critics may be looking for the next Andor, but The Mandalorian and Grogu succeeds by remembering another essential side of Star Wars: adventure, wonder, fun, and the joy of being swept into a galaxy far, far away. In this video, I argue that the film works because it welcomes younger viewers into Star Wars while reminding older fans that sometimes we need to let ourselves be children at heart agai...

Optimized Description What looked “cheesy” at first may have become one of Star Wars’ greatest long-term payoffs. In this episode of Philosophy All Along, I break down why Maul: Shadow Lord succeeds not just as a Star Wars story, but as a philosophical and political exploration of extremism, authority, and moral failure. The series turns Darth Maul’s resurrection from a controversial creative deci...

Daredevil Season 2 is doing far more than telling a superhero story. In this video, I break down the hidden meanings of the Grand Design and three major details many viewers may have missed: Vanessa’s connection to Rabbit in the Snowstorm, the symbolic importance of the pineapple juice, and the powerful use of red, blue, and white lighting during the episodes. I also explore the deeper philosophic...

Most reactions to the Stranger Things finale focus on what didn’t happen. This video focuses on what did, why it was necessary, and why it was BRILLIANT! *Spoilers Below!* In this video we discuss the biggest questions left and answers given by the final episode of Stranger Things... one that takes its time to give us a very ambiguous epilogue. The ending of Stranger Things isn’t about shock value...

There is an active review-bombing campaign targeting the latest episode of Stranger Things, titled “The Bridge.” This video explains what is happening, why it matters, and why honest voices need to speak up. This episode depicts an experience many teenagers genuinely live through, especially in the current social and political climate. The cast and creators chose honesty over comfort, and that cho...

The latest Stranger Things 5 drop has sparked intense debate. Some viewers are calling it rushed, overstuffed, or even a betrayal of what made the show great in the first place. Others feel disappointed by character choices, tonal shifts, or the absence of the kind of shock moments they expected. In this episode of Philosophy All Along, we slow down and do something the internet rarely does. We se...

In Stranger Things 5, a few questions seem to have obvious answers, but once you look more closely the picture becomes more complicated. The Duffers may be signaling something darker about the final fates of three major characters: Steve, Max, and Will. In this episode of Philosophy All Along, we examine three central questions and what they might mean for the end of the series. Why is Dustin real...

Wicked: For Good is packed with hidden clues, small visual nods, and deeper meanings that even longtime fans may have missed. In this video, we break down twenty of the most surprising details, from the unexpected weight of lines like “No one mourns the Wicked” before Elphaba and Fiyero’s night together, to quick flashes that call back to the original Wizard of Oz, including a subtle lollipop refe...

Wicked: For Good arrives with more depth, detail, and heart than anyone expected. In this video, I break down the Five Best Things the film gets absolutely right. From its brilliant and unexpected use of mirrors...a visual language that reshapes how we understand Glinda, Elphaba, and the nature of perception. And the new songs that expand character arcs and emotional depth. The movie has a surpris...

#Superman2025 #Superman #MovieReview 🎥 Superman (2025) is here — and it’s the film that might just revive not only the DC Universe, but the entire superhero genre. Is it perfect? No. But there are six things that truly make this movie worth celebrating. I’m breaking them all down, with full spoilers ahead! From Krypto the Superdog and a chillingly believable Lex Luthor, to the film’s surprising p...

#LiloAndStitch2025 #Nani #IndigenousRights The live-action Lilo & Stitch remake has sparked serious questions—and one of the most painful is: Did Nani give up on Lilo too easily? In this episode of Philosophy All Along, we unpack the social, emotional, and political layers of Nani's choice. Was it selfish to go to college? Was she pressured by a system that sets caregivers up to fail? And how...

Nationwide Pet Insurance just changed my cat’s coverage—and it could affect you too. It’s bad news, especially if your cat or dog has been seriously ill. #PetInsuranceScam #NationwideInsurance #VetBills My cat survived cancer 🐱💪—but now Nationwide is replacing total illness coverage with a confusing new “bucket” system. They claim it’s more coverage. It’s not. It’s like a sports parlay bet: you...

#LiloAndStitch2025 #PhilosophyTube #Ohana In this video, I take a deep dive into the Lilo & Stich 2025 live-actionremake and argue that it doesn’t just rehash the original—it revises its core message, and for the better. The original film taught us that ohana means family, and family means nobody gets left behind. But the new version adds something radical: kuliana—the privilege of responsibil...

#Andor #StarWars #PhilosophyTube Everyone’s praising Andor—and for good reason. It’s well-written, well-acted, and deeply emotional. But here at Philosophy All Along, I want to dig deeper. As a professional philosopher, I believe the things we love most deserve the most honest critique. In this video, I break down the one major flaw that undermines everything Andor tries to do—and how it reflects...

#Andor #AndorSeason2 #StarWarsAnalysis Andor Season 2 delivers a profound exploration of rebellion, sacrifice, and the human condition within the Star Wars universe. As a professional philosopher, I delve into the five most intellectually compelling aspects of the series—and highlight one narrative choice that nearly undermines its brilliance. From the mirrored complexities of Dedra Meero and Kley...

#Thunderbolts #MCUAnalysis #Avengers What if Thunderbolts is the most subversive MCU film yet? In this episode of Philosophy All Along, we explore the deep philosophical heart of Marvel’s Thunderbolts — and how it quietly dismantles the core belief of the Avengers: that to be a hero means to avenge. We talk about forgiveness, trauma, the abyss, and how the Thunderbolts might be the MCU’s anti-Aven...

#Conclave #Pope #PopeScandals Did a pope get pregnant? Nope. But one did sell the papacy. Another resigned and got imprisoned for it. And one pope allegedly died while having an affair! With a new conclave underway, it's the perfect time to ask: how has papal power actually been used? In this episode of Philosophy All Along, we bust the myth of the “pregnant pope” and dive into five true historica...

Ever find yourself a little disappointed during A New Hope’s original lightsaber duel because it feels… a little tame after Revenge of the Sith? 🫣 Same—so here’s my shame: every re‑watch, I pause the movie, cue up FXitinPost’s “Scene 38 Re‑imagined”, then jump back in once Obi‑Wan’s heroic end looks as epic as it always felt in my head. 🔥⚔️ Watch the full fan edit here @FXitinPost → https://yout...

The MCU just got a jolt of raw lightning. In this deep‑dive we unpack every mind‑blowing layer of Marvel’s Thunderbolts—from that name‑twist nobody predicted to the existential terror of Sentry and the Void. Why is Valentina scarier than Thanos? How does a hug beat a super‑punch? And what does it all say about our polarized world? #Thunderbolts #Marvel #MCU #Sentry #Valentina #MarvelPhase5 #MovieB...

#starwars #RevengeOfTheSith #TheLastJedi Ever wondered why Luke Skywalker—​galaxy-saving optimist—​would walk away from the fight in The Last Jedi? In this episode of Philosophy All Along, I show how Revenge of the Sith quietly predicts Luke’s exile decades before it happens. From Yoda’s “Do or do not” absolutism to Obi-Wan’s fateful duel with Anakin, the prequels plant the very seeds of failure a...