“It was apparent to me that religion was an invented thing, a wish-fulfillment thing, a fantasy thing. It was much more real, dangerous, to accept that mortality was the end for you as an individual. As an atheist, I don't believe in an afterlife, so if you're thinking of murder, if your subject is murder, then that's a physical act of absolute destruction because you're ending something, a body, that is unique. That person never existed before, will never exist again, will not be karmically recycled, will not go to heaven, therefore I take it seriously.”
Quote by David Cronenberg
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David Cronenberg
David Cronenberg is a Canadian filmmaker widely recognized as the pioneer of body horror and a key figure in cyberpunk cinema. Born on March 15, 1943, in Toronto, he is known for his dark, thought-provoking films exploring themes of physical transformation, technology's impact on humanity, and the boundaries of human identity. His notable works include Scanners, The Brood, Videodrome, Dead Ringers, A History of Violence, and Eastern Promises. Cronenberg's unique blend of psychological terror and visceral imagery has influenced countless filmmakers worldwide. more
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