The Philosopher at the End of the Universe : Philosophy Explained Through Science Fiction Films, by Mark Rowlands, from Thomas Dunne Books, ISBN 0312322348. Mark Rowlands has a gift for revealing potent messages using nothing more than a little humor and the plot lines of some of the most spectacular, expensive, high-octane films on the planet. Learn about the philosophical lessons revealed in films like The Matrix, Aliens, Star Wars, Total Recall, The Terminator, and Blade Runner.