The Purge franchise explores the ethics of sanctioned violence, raising questions about human nature and societal structures. It challenges viewers to consider the moral implications of state-endorsed brutality and its impact on social justice.
"The Secret History" by Donna Tartt intricately weaves themes of morality and privilege. While it explores the moral decay of its characters, it simultaneously highlights how privilege can obscure ethical boundaries, prompting readers to question the interplay between the two.
True crime TV shows captivate audiences, but they often raise ethical concerns. Critics argue they exploit victims' stories for entertainment, potentially retraumatizing families and glamorizing criminals, while blurring lines between justice and spectacle.
"Breaking Bad" intricately examines the ethics of power and corruption through Walter White's transformation. As he descends deeper into the drug trade, the series questions whether ambition inevitably leads to moral decay.