Whatever position one takes on the possibility of “cinematic philosophy,” it is clear that the philosophical relevance of film has been recognized by philosophers.  Even those who deny that films can actually do philosophy have to acknowledge that films provide audiences with access to philosophical questions and issues.  Indeed, the success of the book series entitled “Philosophy and X,” where one can substitute any film or television show for X, indicates that films are bringing philosophical issues to the attention of wide audiences.  There can be no doubt that this is a healthy development for philosophy itself.