Quote by David Mamet

The popularity of disaster movies expresses a collective perception of a world threatened by irresistible and unforeseen forces which nevertheless are thwarted at the last moment. Their thinly veiled symbolic meaning might be translated thus: We are innocent of wrongdoing. We are attacked by unforeseeable forces come to harm us. We are, thus, innocent even of negligence. Though those forces are insuperable, chance will come to our aid and we shall emerge victorious.

The popularity of disaster movies expresses a collective per

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This quote suggests that the popularity of disaster movies reflects society's belief in a world constantly plagued by unforeseen catastrophic events that are ultimately defeated just in the nick of time. These movies symbolize our innocence and portray us as victims of uncontrollable powers, absolving us of any responsibility or negligence. Despite being faced with seemingly unbeatable obstacles, luck and chance always intervene to ensure our triumph over adversity. Ultimately, disaster movies offer reassurance and hope that we can overcome any challenge that comes our way.

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