More Human than Human - A Blade Runner Analysis

"He had far too much spare time. And no life whatsoever." I want them to put this on my tombstone.

I saw it in theater, it took me 3 hours to pick up my jaw from the floor. It was one of the few times I was so impacted by a film, I could not stop thinking about it for days after I saw it. Too bad it did bad with the box office, but then again, who does?

0:00 Channel intro 0:30 Discussion begins - "what makes us human?" 1:15 Introduces the three works - 1:20 original BR - 3:30 BR 2049 (5:00 how it builds on the original thematically) - 5:30 DADoES 6:15 cyberpunk 8:05 the Tyrell corporation and the role of replicants - 8:45 humans v replicants, divisions imposed by those in power 9:35 the role of the state (in this case the LAPD) - 10:40 continued in BR 2049 10:50 role of VK test in dividing humans and androids - 12:55 compared to test in BR 2049 14:00 dehumanization of androids through language 14:50 social hierarchy within humans as well 15:55 depiction of advertisements (union of consumerism and technology) 17:00 distinction between biological and synthetic animals, social pressure to have biological animals 19:05 significance of replicants capable of producing offspring, how personhood is defined 21:55 box-office performance 23:00 outro

Philosophy is the defining element of humanity

JOI is an interesting character. Ironically, she is more "human" than anyone, especially K at the beginning of the movie since she lacks the biological drives. Though, paradoxically, this is why she is the least human. There is so much to this movie, especially the eye symbolism--that's another great vid on yt.

I'm really disappointed in the fact that the general perspective on these kind of topics isn't very high. This film was absolutely terrific, in the sense that it was creepily unsettling and horrifying, and I absolutely adored that fact, because it really makes you think. In the end, what it really brings is a look into the future, because no doubt, if humanity survives all other kinds of hell in the universe, we will create A.Is that are so intelligent that there is no difference at all between humans and robots. Of course, this is already the case since there's no evidence for a soul, memories aren't stored, and emotions are biological impulses, so in a sense, we're already just like robots, only a lot more complex. Had this discussion with a person once who did the same thing as the Tyrell corporation, mainly stating that robots will never be human, but leaning more towards the soul discussion. This is going to be a horrible problematic time in human history, and it scares the hell out of me to think that people still think in these ways, having no empathy for complex life forms other than humans, thinking that we're the pinnacle of everything there is. Anyway, I'm rambling. A girl who sat next to me in the theatre literally cried because it was so horrifying to her, and hid her face behind her boyfriends shoulder during the performance of Jared Leto. Afterwards she said that it was boring. Honestly, I would've just wanted to say that if she truly felt horrified by that movie, then she felt something very strongly and shouldn't dismiss it as "boring". It makes me sad that no one appreciates it, because it has so much to offer for the sci-fi genre at large. It brings up so many fantastic things, from the visuals to the story and the subtle messages, it's just damn perfect for being a sequal.

Nightmare Masterclass, you'll probably never read this. IF by some slim chance you do, I'm sending you big squeezie hugs from Canada. You're intro to the video titled, 'More Human than Human - A Blade Runner Analysis' was a sad lonely one. Please, keep up your wonderful videos. You're a great YouTuber with a lot to offer. Thank you for all of your hard work. We, your sub's, appreciate it tons 🤗🤗🤗🥂

I hate how long it takes you to make these, but I absolutely love the end result. Patience is a virtue I lack apparently. Anyways, awesome stuff. Can't wait to see what you're tackling next.

whatchu talkin bout, BR2049 is perfect. freakin masterpiece.

I don't think people often get this sort of feedback, but I think it's important to let you know that I did actually pause your video at around 3:50, went and bought (and watched) the movie, then came back to see the rest of this and hear your take on it. It often feels like these sorts of disclaimers go ignored, but your opening alone was good enough to motivate me to do it. And in it, you've introduced me to one of the best movies I think I've ever seen. I simply couldn't thank you enough.

Excelllent, thoughtful analysis! I enjoyed your work.

The best review of the novel and the movies that I have seen. Great effort. Thank you.

That was an awesome analysis!! Enjoyed it very much!!!

I find it admirable that you not only made this analysis but also the brilliant music to score it

i'm quite young so i never really grew up with the generation that is most familiar with the blade runner series, but in 2021 i've gone on a spree to watch all of the movies and the only thing that i can say is i regret not knowing about the blade runner universe earlier on. i would have loved to watch 2049 on the big screen because the visuals, the pacing, the eerie silence? it's perfect. everything about it is just *chef's kiss*.

Hey there. I just discovered your channel and love it. twin peaks, twilight zone, rick and morty and neon demon are among my favorites. I also adore the background music, it gives a really ambiance to the dread and crep of the art you are analyzing. so keep doing what you're doing man!

excellent analysis, thanks for making this.

Excellent analyses, thank you for this. I plan to share it on my blog!

The ambiguity in Blade Runner whether Deckard is human or a replicant ... Is if you can't tell Then does it matter 😎

... it still strikes me that very few are capable of capturing the art of the original greats like the original blade runner. The original had grit, dirt under nails, smells, grim, sexy, incredible textures, and ambiance. Seemingly only non CGI, 80's movie technique can capture apparently. Oh how I long for the good ol days. Star Wars, A new hope, Darth Vader's entrance. Wow. Alien 1, pan shot of the alien space craft, Predator's incredible sound engineering of the hearing from the perspective of the Predatory itself. As well as it's vision. These are all revolutionary ideas and techniques. We need more revolution. Less vomit of non artisan ideas.