An original video essay on The Big Lebowski and one of the most beloved characters in film history, The Dude.

Why do we love The Dude? When The Big Lebowski was released, it was a relative disappointment to critics, but since, The Big Lebowski has cultivated a rabid and dedicated fanbase. Fans of The Big Lebowski have created festivals and even a religion to commemorate The Dude!

This essay dives deep into the philosophy of Alan Watts and the supporting characters of The Big Lebowski to gain a better understanding of The Dude.

The official trailer of The Big Lebowski : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cd-go0oBF4Y

Another (brilliant) video essay on The Big Lebowski: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpPTQb08ZfM

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