Human Wisdom, Science, Faith

Irma 2022-03-19 09:01:03

First of all, the themes explored in the film are not new. Especially in the West, a considerable number of scientists have beliefs, and they are quite strong. Newton and Einstein are the best examples and the best representatives. They believe that, on the one hand, the universe created by the omniscient and omnipotent God is harmonious and elegant; This film is actually a feature film, it tells us that there is no contradiction between scientific research and religious belief, and that there is perseverance, wisdom and courage that human beings should have in pursuit of truth.

Secondly, some understanding of the performance of scientific concepts in the film. The first is the process of deciphering extraterrestrial signals, which is unexpected but reasonable. Recalling that the process from hypothesis to confirmation of many scientific theories is contrary to common sense and inconceivable, but its performance, especially in mathematics, is reasonable and reasonable, and finally its correctness can be confirmed through experimental observation. After the code is deciphered, the plot shows that people get strips of extraterrestrial mathematical formula representation, which is the mathematical language of aliens. These symbols are simple and clear, and then the spacecraft's manufacturing instructions are translated from these symbols, and the spacecraft is built. Some of the concepts here are very interesting. For example, in fact, humans in the film only know the mathematical symbols of aliens, and then use them to translate engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions, and do not really grasp the basic theory of mathematics used in space-time travel. So here it is understandable why the father said to the heroine "someday you can, but not yet". Secondly, as for the spacecraft, its structure is very simple, which fully reflects the author's understanding of science - the spacecraft looks like an atom, the cockpit is an atomic nucleus, and there are three orbits around it composed of high-speed rotating electrons. The plot of forcibly adding chairs from other builders or scientists emphasizes the original author's views on science and mathematics. Chairs that look cool are actually superfluous. After the heroine enters the cockpit, the door is closed, no trace can be seen, and her feet become transparent. The whole design is very simple and elegant. With the high-speed rotation of the orbit, the powerful electromagnetic force opens a wormhole, and the protagonist officially enters the journey of time and space. This journey is actually a visual representation of the author's understanding of the entire universe, which can be said to be completely consistent with Newton Einstein. It is profound, concise, elegant, magnificent, and entirely the work of God. The heroine said excitedly in the film that a poet should be sent.

When the heroine lands on the alien planet, many people are confused whether this is her dream or real. I think the aliens, including her father, are things she saw with her own eyes, because at the end of the credits it's very clear that she has 18 hours of noise from the VCR on her head, indicating that she did travel in time. This section is the climax of the film and sublimates the whole story. My understanding is as follows: 1. Scene. Why does her painting appear instead of a real alien world? The film says it clearly, because you can't understand it. This film uses some mathematical thinking and concepts to express the plot. It can be seen here that the alien civilization is N orders of magnitude higher than the earth. You can't understand the theoretical height it has. The time and space in which they live, or the aliens The concept of time and space that people have is also incomprehensible to you. Just as the theory of relativity is to the general public, concepts like gravity, the curvature of space, relative time, etc. are almost incomprehensible. So the simple one-sentence explanation of the film is very funny. 2. Father. Her father is the heroine's belief, and it is because of her father that she has unremitting pursuit and exploration of the universe, aliens, etc. It also corresponds to a previous episode: the theologian asks her if she loves her father? Answer love. why? She couldn't answer. A few words from my father can be said to be very good and powerful: they said that this transportation system was not built by them, but there are actually experts. But is that tall man God? It is also said that this is only a small step, and there is still a long way to go. So far, faith and science have become one.

The film also depicts a group of religious fanatics and terrorists in particular. So the question of do you believe in God mentioned in the film is not important, because belief and superstition are a clear line! What is Faith? It is the innate pursuit of the ultimate truth by human beings and the driving force of our scientific research. What about science, science makes us realize the harmony and beauty of nature, the universe. In the pursuit of truth, let us realize the virtues of our own wisdom and courage, as well as the ugliness of ignorance and hypocrisy.

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Extended Reading
  • Dorothy 2021-10-21 15:30:21

    If we can take the advocacy of reason as the consensus (but for cruel reality, please refer to those short comments that will be wrong), then scientists and pastors can also love each other. There are two places where my tears are about to fall: the pastor asked her why she dared to sacrifice for space contact. She talked about the knowing smile of who we are the three Ws; she saw that no words can only be described in poetry The magnificent celestial phenomenon was weeping with joy. This is the charm of pursuing truth. Teacher Tian Feng recommended it!

  • Linnea 2021-10-21 15:30:20

    Science fiction films with connotation (also can not be said to be sci-fi films in the absolute sense, maybe they are real, who knows), exploring the relationship between science and faith, but the foreshadowing in front is a bit too long~~

Contact quotes

  • S.R. Hadden: [over video feed from Mir space station] I wanna show you something.

    [shows satellite feed to Ellie]

    S.R. Hadden: Hokkaido Island.

    Ellie Arroway: The systems integration site.

    S.R. Hadden: Look closer.

    [zooms satellite feed to reveal second machine]

    S.R. Hadden: First rule in government spending: why build one when you can have two at twice the price? Only, this one can be kept secret. Controlled by Americans, built by the Japanese subcontractors. Who, also, happen to be, recently acquired, wholly-owned subsidiaries...

    Ellie Arroway: [speaks with Hadden] ... of Hadden industries.

    S.R. Hadden: They still want an American to go, Doctor. Wanna take a ride?

  • S.R. Hadden: The powers that be have been very busy lately, falling over each other to position themselves for the game of the millennium. Maybe I can help deal you back in.

    Ellie Arroway: I didn't realize that I was out.

    S.R. Hadden: Well, maybe not out... but certainly being handed your hat.