What we feel is universal
Cinema and art consistently never fail to remind me of the profound relevance of our humanity.
Growing up, I always believed that my personal experiences, perceptions, and struggles were uniquely mine, and that no one else could truly understand or relate to them.
However, as I immersed myself in movies and various forms of art and delved into their study,
I came to realize a simple truth: Our emotions and experiences as human beings are universal. There are others out there who feel exactly as you do, albeit in different contexts and circumstances.
It's peculiar because it reminds me that while we often consider ourselves a unique species, distinct from others, we rarely acknowledge our fundamental similarities with fellow human beings.
Our innate desire to be unique and exceptional has sometimes led us to mistakenly view our thoughts and behaviors as entirely distinct, which, I believe, hinders our ability to empathize with others.
I remember watching the masterpiece "There Will be Blood" and being struck by the single tear on Daniel Plainview's face as he abandoned his child on the train. In that moment, the image of my father flashed through my mind. It was magical.
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