The 39th Essay: Oscar and Lucinda (1997, USA) Let It Ride (1989, USA)
- Director, Kayukawa Clinic, Yuhei Kayukawa, M.D.
- Sep 9, 2024
- 1 min read
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Gambling, which promises sudden wealth, is deeply tied to human desire. This essay considers two contrasting films, Oscar and Lucinda and Let It Ride. The former depicts the risks of gambling and human obsession within a grand story of faith and love, while the latter highlights both the humor and humanity of a man captivated by horse racing.
Winning fuels further desire, while losing drives the urge to recover losses—this cycle lies at the core of gambling and makes it hard to escape. As debates such as casino development continue today, these works offer important insight, reminding us to consider both the appeal of entertainment and its social risks.
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