Groundhog day is about a man named Phil Connors who ends up living the same day over and over again. The film is about his arc of charter development as he deals with how to make the best of his situation.
The film relates to the myth of Sisyphus because both Phil Conners and Sisyphus must find meaning in doing the same exact thing every day of their life (supposedly for eternity). The difference is that Phil can do something different every day, and Sisyphus must do exactly the same thing. However, they are similar in that each day when they wake up, they know exactly what will happen the next day.
I identified the themes of the absurd, suicide, trying to find meaning, and a search for authenticity, satisfaction of self.
Phil has three phases of dealing with his newfound existence, 1. I can do whatever I want with no consequences, 2. This is pointless I’m going to kill myself, and 3. I should make the best of this and try to help people and myself have the best day ever. This allows him to see all sides of humanity and eventually see the best in people.
I would recommend this film for those looking to study existentialism and even those who aren’t. It’s a very funny movie and so I think a lot of people could relate to it.
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