Jodie Foster says logic has been overrated by Western and patriarchal culture
Jodie Foster says logic has been overrated by Western and patriarchal culture – The actress questioned the exaggerated value that has been given in the West to logic and the mind, above intuition.
By Megan Sauer
Mexico City had the pleasure of having Jodie Foster and the creator of True Detective: Tierra Nocturna, Issa López, who appeared at a press conference to promote the long-awaited fourth season of the successful show.
During the event, Foster, who takes on a leading role in the latest installment of the series, shared his perspectives on the two main characters, and questioned the exaggerated value that has been given in the West to logic and the mind, above intuition.
The press conference was attended by numerous journalists, and when asked about the dynamic between the protagonists, Liz Danvers (Foster) and Evangeline Navarro ( Kali Reis ) Jodie released a statement that quickly has the potential to generate controversy if It is read out of its context.
The veteran actress, known for her logical and cerebral approach to her roles throughout her career, raised eyebrows by advocating for a greater appreciation of intuition over logic.
Foster seemed to suggest that Western culture has given excessive importance to the mind and logic, and that it is time to recognize the value of intuition in making decisions and understanding the world:
I think the mind and logic have been overrated in Western culture, and it’s not that it should go away, but that’s why we have the right combination [in the series].
In True Detective: Night Land , we explore the complementarity between logic and intuition. It is not about disparaging one in favor of the other, but rather recognizing the strength that arises from their harmonious combination. Foster’s statement will give a lot to talk about, and could open up interesting conversations.
The series True Detective: Night Land , which will consist of six episodes, is set in the chilling frozen landscapes of Alaska, specifically in the town of Ennis, where the season of total darkness has begun. The plot unfolds when Liz Danvers, a veteran local detective, is called to a scientific research station after the disappearance of all its resident scientists.
Her path crosses that of Detective Evangeline Navarro, who is convinced that the cases are connected to others from the past and that the culprits could be in the same community.
The series promises to explore not only the mysterious events of the plot, but also the personal stories, motivations and traumas of its protagonists, and how these affect their way of relating and searching for answers to the case, which turns out to be much more complicated than they thought. they imagined.
The anticipation for True Detective: Night Land continues to increase. The series is scheduled to premiere on January 15 on HBO Max and Movistar Plus+, with episodes that will be released weekly.
Fans and critics are eagerly waiting to find out how the intriguing relationship between logic and intuition will play out in the series’ plot, and whether Jodie Foster ‘s perspective will leave an indelible mark on True Detective ‘s narrative.
Jodie Foster , born November 19, 1962 in Los Angeles, California, is a prominent American actress, director and producer. She began her career at a young age, gaining recognition for her role in Taxi Driver (1976), which earned her her first Academy Award nomination.
Over the decades, Foster has starred in numerous acclaimed films, including Contact (1997), Accused (1988) and The Silence of the Lambs (1991), for which he received two Oscars.
In addition to his success in acting, he has directed films such as Shining Minds (1991) and Money Monster: The Master of Money (2016), consolidating a multifaceted and successful career in the entertainment industry.
