Buddhism and Pop Culture

Buddhism, the study of Buddha's principles, has influenced everything in our lives from our beliefs and customs to our music, TV, and pop culture in general. With such widespread influence, it's easy to understand why two of the most popular movies of today are a parallel of the core beliefs of Buddhists. Both "Fight Club" and "The Matrix" are representations of Buddhism in our modern world.
"Fight Club" reflects the Buddhist principles on a self-based level. It features beliefs such as death of self, avoidance of sensual pleasures, and minimalism. …