Men of Ideas Season 1 Episode 4 Martin Heidegger and Modern Existentialism 1978
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In this program, world-renowned author and professor Bryan Magee and William Barret of New York University examine the basic theory of existentialism as founded by Martin Heidegger, and later propagated by Jean-Paul Sartre. Barret discusses Heidegger’s notions of being, existence as task, cosmic roots, and alienation. Sartre’s concept of absolute human freedom is discussed as having promoted human dignity and individualism in the impersonal modern society.
- Released: 1978-02-09
- Runtime: 60 minutes
- Genre: Documentary, Talk
- Stars: Bryan Magee
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