Body and Soul in Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life

What is it about?

The film's sumptuous images, sounds and intricately cut footage entice viewers into appreciating how body and soul are integral in the lives of the well-rounded person.

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Why is it important?

Contrary to the rigid medieval dogmas of so many orthodox religions, The Tree of Life assures us not of a changeless eternity but rather the sacred and ceaseless metamorphosis of numinous energy.