From the very first frame, Bubblehead is filmed in a surreal manner. Although nothing that is filmed is purely imaginative, it definitely walks the line between the real and surreal. Many times, the way shots are filmed is almost dreamlike. Although the event may actually be happening.
The film addresses many issues:
* The role of race in a modern day society
* The perception of race in a modern day society
* Being an individual, again in a modern day society
I felt that the overarching meaning was the third point. In the past, human beings have identified themselves though their race and history as well as their culture. However, race always defined or at least was a major part of who they were. Now, children born in a modern day society are often brought up very similarly regardless of race. They are also exposed to many cultures. Society has always tried to tame humans into the ideal man or woman. I felt that this film was suggesting that although race may not be a decisive factor in shaping a person, that hole can be filled through following your passions and giving in to your imagination from time to time.
I agree that the movie had many surreal moments, especially the scene with the bubbles. The camera would show the bubbles rising slowly and disappearing into the air. Like you said, it's important to give in to your imagination once in a while, so I wonder if the title "Bubblehead" refers to Cyrus retreating into his mind ("head"
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