We Are Making a Film About Mark Fisher (2025)
Story overview
This documentary explores the ideas of theorist Mark Fisher through a creative blend of documentary footage, performance art, and fictional elements. It follows a character named Parkins who moves through ghostly landscapes and digital spaces, tracing Fisher's thoughts about capitalism, culture, and the future from the 1990s to today's algorithmic world. The film is an experimental, thought-provoking exploration rather than a traditional narrative.
Parent Guide
A thoughtful, experimental documentary exploring philosophical ideas through creative filmmaking techniques. Suitable for mature viewers interested in cultural theory.
Content breakdown
No violence or physical peril depicted. The film focuses on intellectual exploration rather than action or conflict.
Some ghostly imagery and abstract landscapes might be slightly unsettling to sensitive viewers, but nothing graphic or intentionally frightening.
No offensive language expected in this documentary about cultural theory.
No sexual content or nudity in this intellectual documentary.
No depiction of substance use.
The film deals with serious topics about capitalism and society, but presents them in a thoughtful, intellectual manner rather than emotionally intense scenes.
Parent tips
This documentary is suitable for mature children and teenagers interested in philosophy, culture, or experimental filmmaking. The abstract concepts and experimental style may be challenging for younger viewers. Consider watching together to discuss the ideas presented.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
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- What was your favorite part of the movie?
- What did you think about the different places the character visited?
- What do you think the film was trying to say about how technology has changed our lives?
- How did the mix of documentary and fiction help tell the story?
- How relevant do you find Mark Fisher's ideas about capitalism and culture today?
- What did you think about the film's experimental approach to discussing complex theories?
Where to watch
Streaming availability has not been announced yet.
