The Basics of Philosophy

A repressed philosophy professor, Dr. John Jorissen, is employed at Ridgemont College, a small liberal arts school in the American Midwest. He teaches an introductory course and is writing a book on renowned Dutch philosopher Baruch Spinoza. Haunted by a long-buried transgression and the sudden return of its victim, he descends into a crisis of guilt, desire, and spiritual reckoning.

Genre:

Drama

Duration:

94 min

Cast:

Jack Huston, Sofia Boutella, Daniel Zovatto

Quality:

HD

Director:

Paul Schrader

Release:

2026

Country:

United States

Rating:

5.8