The Cinematic Rorschach Test
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I believe that when we watch a film, the scenes we find memorable are often determined by our current frame of mind—a reflection of what we have endured or experienced. Today, I watched the brilliant 28 Years Later, and one particular scene struck me with its poignant and haunting meaning.
Without giving away any spoilers, there is an exchange between the character Dr. Ian Kelson and a young Spike, where Kelson references a Latin phrase:
Memento mori. Remember we must die. There are many kinds of death. Some are better than others. The best are peaceful where we leave each other in love. Memento amorous. Remember you must love.
If what I believe is true—that this is almost like a cinematic Rorschach test where we project our internal thoughts onto the screen—then what does that say about my own mental disposition?
What a thought to have as we near the end of 2025. I think my new years resolution should be to watch more comedy!