Eyes Wide Shut: As Above, So Below, Ninth Gate 10 YEARS LATER & MORE!

Revisiting films informs understanding of their esoteric content.

“we thought it would be fun to revisit Eyes Wide Shut and Ninth Gate 10 years later”

'Ninth Gate' explores the obsession of the elite with occult knowledge.

“this is a fetish amongst the elite, the wealthy class, that they are obsessed with obtaining this devil's manual”

John Depp's character is unscrupulous and morally deficient.

“he's actually one of the most demonic characters in the story”

The chase for the devil's manual climaxes in a ritualistic portrayal of aristocratic decadence.

“he ends up at various satanic ritual Black Mass ORGY parties”

The connection between 'Ninth Gate' and 'Eyes Wide Shut' reveals thematic parallels in ritualistic depictions.

“there's actually some scenes that are shot very parallel to Eyes Wide Shut”

The Ninth Gate's titular book leads to themes of possession and self-discovery.

“the book was really just a MacGuffin to get you to the lesbian Satan demon.”

The protagonist's journey reflects an alchemical transformation linked to possession.

“he's going through these phases of alchemical transformation in himself.”

Esoteric writings symbolize personal narratives rather than external texts.

“you are the book is the point. The book is you and your life, your story.”

Satanism and its superficial practices often contradict their foundational beliefs.

“if Jesus and God don't exist... then the devil doesn't exist.”

The Ninth Gate explores themes related to elites and sex magic.

“the elites are into sex magic.”

In The Ninth Gate, the film's imagery suggests a connection to goddess worship and satanic principles.

“the devil is always appearing as a woman”

Blavatsky's work signifies the real satanic objectives of the 20th century, promoting goddess worship.

“Blavatsky's Isis Unveiled is actually the real satanic plan for the 20th century”

The Ritual critiques moral cowardice among male friends and its repercussions.

“So, let's get into it. What do we have with the ritual?”

The themes of horror films often reflect personal demons and trauma.

“horror movies have the theme of vices open you up to the demons and the virtues are the only way to fight them”

As Above, So Below explores the concept of descent into the subconscious.

“the going into the catacombs is a catabasis.”

In As Above, So Below, overcoming personal failures is key to escape.

“overcoming your vices and your failures.”

He notes a connection between horror films and mythological themes.

“there's sort of Nordic, human sacrifice types, you know, druid type stuff”

Discusses the Gnostic themes in 'As Above, So Below'.

“the esoteric principle of as above, so below is dialectics.”

Critiques the inversion and dark themes of 'Eyes Wide Shut'.

“I think this was way better than, than I would have imagined.”

Reflects on the evolution of his analysis of 'Eyes Wide Shut' over ten years.

“you'll watch an old movie with new eyes.”

Explains the spiritual dimensions in relation to elite networks depicted in 'Eyes Wide Shut'.

“if we interpret Kubrick as highlighting the perversity of elite networks of criminal operations, which I think that's definitely what's going on.”

The elites in 'Eyes Wide Shut' operate outside conventional moral standards, revealing the tension between desire and virtue.

“these beautiful women... are trying to bring them into this cult”

Tom Cruise's character represents societal pressures and struggles with desire, leading to temptations in the context of marriage.

“this is the Freudian sort of side of the story”

The film critiques marriage and fidelity by showcasing the moral dilemmas of the elite.

“the morality, uh, and the critique of marriage”

Jay reflects on the cult-like influence surrounding the protagonist and the characters in the film.

“I'm not trying to be a schizo...”

There is a pervasive cult influence as many characters seem to be interconnected with it.

“it seems as if everyone is part of the cult”

The envelope theory reflects a significant aspect of the film.

“the envelope part is a huge part of Dasha's version of what happens.”

The film mirrors the real-life struggles of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman.

“it's almost like Kubrick was playing with the reality of their struggles in their marriage.”

Kubrick's works often reference elite engagement with underage themes.

“there is some evidence that, you know, Kubrick was referencing some of that because many of his films do have the theme of the elite engaging in underage stuff.”

Celebrations of pagan traditions can be harmless if not involving idolatry.

“whatever's in celebrations that isn't, uh, explicitly idolatry is no big deal.”

He expresses interest in analyzing films and their connections to cultural themes.

“I want to hear what you think about Nolan's Odyssey.”

He has seen 'Possession' and finds it somewhat jarring.

“Yes, I have seen Possession. It's okay. It's a little kind of jarring.”

'On the Silver Globe' is an interesting film for analysis.

“Also watched On the Silver Globe. Those would be interesting films to analyze.”

There is a lack of interest in art films among younger audiences.

“nobody really wants to watch this kind of analysis.”

He criticizes the humanist view of Christianity in the 'Dresden Falls' series.

“And the only bad thing about it is a humanist view of Christianity.”