The Symbolic Meaning of Zoos in Life of Pi

In this video essay, I explore the symbolism of zoos and the related general theme of barriers and boundaries in Yann Martel's novel Life of Pi and Ang Lee's film adaptation. In my analysis I present two basic angles from which to approach the story's intertwining symbols: a psychological interpretation and a broader, cosmic interpretation related to the story's treatment of religion. 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Zoos and the Lifeboat 04:00 Taming the Darkness Within 05:35 The Necessary Boundaries of Religion *Support this channel on Patreon:   / moonlightingenglishteacher   *Read my script and other writings on my blog: https://moonlightingenglishteacher.wo... *Other ways to connect: Facebook (  / a-moonlighting-english-teacher-10549100787...  ) Instragram (  / moonlightingenglishteacher  ) *Music (Creative Commons Attribution) - "Raag Maru Bihag" by Nikhil Banerjee -    • Raag Maru Bihag (on Sitar) -by Nikhil Bane...   #lifeofpi #analysis #symbolism