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Why Do We LOVE SERIAL KILLERS!? – 8-Bit Philosophy

Why Do We LOVE SERIAL KILLERS!? – 8-Bit Philosophy

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Interactive Video

Philosophy

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores the public's fascination with serial killers, drawing parallels between historical and modern obsessions. It discusses the concept of catharsis, where experiencing dark emotions from a safe distance can be therapeutic. The video also examines the human urge to dominate, as argued by philosophers like Theodor Adorno, and how this is reflected in our interest in notorious criminals. It questions whether this fascination is a healthy expression of human nature or rooted in darker impulses.

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