Thu, May 22
|Portland, OR, USA
Are We Our Bodies?
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (film) The Evening and the Morning and the Night by Octavia Butler (short story) ⏱️ Preparation: Approx. 3 hours
May 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
Portland, OR, USA
Film: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
This biographical film tells the story of Jean-Dominique Bauby, a man who, after suffering a massive stroke, becomes "locked in" his body, only able to communicate through blinking. Despite his physical imprisonment, Bauby’s mind remains active, creative, and full of life. This film asks us to consider the profound question: How much of who we are is tied to our physical abilities?
Length: 1 hour 52 minutes
Short Story: The Evening and the Morning and the Night by Octavia Butler
In this science fiction story, Butler imagines a genetic disorder that causes individuals to lose control over their bodies and minds. The story raises questions about autonomy, how society treats those with illness, and whether people can retain their sense of self and identity as their bodies and minds deteriorate.
Length: ~20-25 pages
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