Escapism has often been touted as a core function of films. Yet despite, or perhaps because of this, escapism in film hasn't been analyzed as a theme often. This thesis explores six films with...Show moreEscapism has often been touted as a core function of films. Yet despite, or perhaps because of this, escapism in film hasn't been analyzed as a theme often. This thesis explores six films with different stances on escapism, to research what different effects and values these films have on escapism, in order to better grasp this fundamental process of film.Show less