The Absurdist Movement

The Absurdist Movement emerged from 20th-century philosophy and literature, highlighting the conflict between humans’ desire for meaning and the universe’s indifference. It suggests life is inherently without purpose, creating a sense of absurdity. Absurdist works often emphasize the futility of searching for inherent meaning while exploring human resilience, acceptance, or rebellion in face of this reality. Notable figures include playwright Albert Camus and novelist Samuel Beckett, whose works reflect the tension between human attempts to find significance and the universe’s silence. This movement challenges traditional notions of purpose, emphasizing the absurd condition of human existence.