Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Cult Figures (4 本書)

https://www.amazon.com/-/zh_TW/dp/B08DCPTYB1/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1YZX6P5KK1WA1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5Bo_isbaMtmz7Mu_rLnjm0BnTyF4ZmtTzQ0c4BvxqE6DMxeGJXSuEHd9r2j44Kd0sZ093wq72TQts7Mhd-Ir5mxXvh6egmutXWMfoku_yV5Fvb-gHGUbfLZyPBCD9HQV0FM7R4QDtKngwIe9Eefd7pTGL6ANLvzFhXdyESIxjDrT3KhSHmKzCkfOt4ClUtOPDkGB0YaGbxX8cqs4-xIL4G52QZqMQ_8E3UgM-unIzzs.EN2ngCehJPdDq5p13Ei7rzxCeLQnwp6cmmoz3kMqGsw&dib_tag=se&keywords=Cult+Figures&qid=1732055744&s=books&sprefix=cult+figures%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C307&sr=1-5

I was hoping to see Cult Philosophers / Psychoanalysts / Strippers / Hookers

邪典電影 (邪門經典電影)

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Please list the cult movies of the last 30 years for me. (ChatGPT, 2024-11-20)


Over the past three decades, numerous films have garnered dedicated followings, earning the status of cult classics. Here’s a curated list of notable cult movies from the last 30 years:


Pulp Fiction (1994)

Directed by Quentin Tarantino, this film intertwines multiple narratives with sharp dialogue and a non-linear storyline, redefining independent cinema.


The Big Lebowski (1998)

A Coen Brothers’ comedy featuring ‘The Dude,’ whose laid-back lifestyle is disrupted by a case of mistaken identity, leading to a series of bizarre events.


Donnie Darko (2001)

A psychological thriller that follows a troubled teenager experiencing visions of a menacing rabbit figure, exploring themes of time travel and destiny.


Shaun of the Dead (2004)

A British horror-comedy that parodies zombie films, focusing on an ordinary man’s quest to win back his ex-girlfriend amidst a zombie apocalypse.


Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)

Guillermo del Toro’s dark fantasy intertwines a young girl’s mythical journey with the harsh realities of post-Civil War Spain.Scott 


Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

A visually inventive film where Scott Pilgrim must battle his new girlfriend’s seven evil exes to win her heart, blending action, comedy, and music.


Drive (2011)

A neo-noir action thriller featuring a mysterious Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver, entangled in a dangerous heist.


The Babadook (2014)

An Australian psychological horror film about a mother and her son confronting a sinister presence from a mysterious children’s book.


Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)

A high-octane post-apocalyptic action film that follows Max and Furiosa as they escape a tyrannical warlord in a desert wasteland.


The Lighthouse (2019)

A black-and-white psychological horror film depicting two lighthouse keepers descending into madness on a remote island.


These films have achieved cult status through unique storytelling, distinctive styles, and the ability to resonate deeply with audiences, often gaining more appreciation over time.


Please list the cult novels of the past 30 years for me. (ChatGPT, 2024-11-20)


Over the past three decades, several novels have garnered dedicated followings, earning them the status of modern cult classics. Here are some notable examples:


Infinite Jest

David Foster Wallace (1996)

A sprawling, complex narrative exploring themes of addiction, entertainment, and the search for meaning in contemporary society.Fight Club

Chuck Palahniuk (1996)

A dark, satirical novel delving into themes of consumerism, identity, and the allure of self-destruction.American Psycho

Bret Easton Ellis (1991)

A controversial and graphic portrayal of a Wall Street executive leading a double life as a serial killer, critiquing 1980s materialism.House of Leaves

Mark Z. Danielewski (2000)

An experimental horror novel presented as a complex, multilayered narrative that challenges traditional storytelling.The Secret History

Donna Tartt (1992)

A psychological thriller about a group of elite college students whose fascination with ancient rituals leads to murder.Geek Love

Katherine Dunn (1989)

A darkly comedic tale of a family of carnival freaks who breed their own children to ensure the survival of their show.The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle

Haruki Murakami (1994)

A surreal and intricate novel blending reality and fantasy as a man searches for his missing wife.Trainspotting

Irvine Welsh (1993)

A gritty depiction of a group of heroin addicts in Edinburgh, exploring themes of addiction and disillusionment.The Road

Cormac McCarthy (2006)

A post-apocalyptic journey of a father and son traversing a desolate landscape, exploring themes of survival and hope.Never Let Me Go

Kazuo Ishiguro (2005)

A dystopian novel exploring the lives of children at a mysterious boarding school, delving into themes of humanity and ethics.These novels have achieved cult status through their unique storytelling, complex characters, and the ability to resonate deeply with readers, often gaining more appreciation over time.