Slavoj Zizek — "My relationship towards tulips is inherently Lynchian: I think they are disgusti…"

My relationship towards tulips is inherently Lynchian: I think they are disgusting. Just imagine, aren't these some kind of--how do you call it? I think that- that flowers are something inherently disgusting. I mean, are people aware what a horrible thing these flowers are? I mean, basically, it's an open invitation to all- to all- to- to all the insects and bees, "Come and screw me." You know? I mean, it's-- I think that flowers should be forbidden to children.
Slavoj Zizek — Slavoj Zizek Contemporary · Philosopher, cultural critic

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