The "destination" is a better society. Interpret that whatever way you wish. The conductor is asking him to "take a break" from his debating and speaking about the changes they need to make in their society. The conductor agrees with his ideals though, when he says, "we can reach our destination", but acknowledges...."we're still a ways away.". The key word is "our", which illustrates that they are in agreement.
The lines regarding "faith", "crusade", "crescent" and "bells" are all clearly referencing religion. Driver 8 and the conductor are in agreement that religion is shit, but apparently in the area they live in, religion is quite popular.....to their dismay. Obviously, in any society, the less religion, the better, which is what they are trying to achieve. That is the "destination." The townsfolk and their close minded and misguided beliefs, are putting themselves to "sleep", and their children to "sleep.".....by passing down their nonsensical beliefs.....much to the dismay of the more educated driver 8 and conductor.
@esmjlm080507 The "Southern Crescent" was the name of a passenger train that ran through Georgia on its way from New York to New Orleans. "Clearly referencing religion" - I don't know . . .
@esmjlm080507 The "Southern Crescent" was the name of a passenger train that ran through Georgia on its way from New York to New Orleans. "Clearly referencing religion" - I don't know . . .
The "destination" is a better society. Interpret that whatever way you wish. The conductor is asking him to "take a break" from his debating and speaking about the changes they need to make in their society. The conductor agrees with his ideals though, when he says, "we can reach our destination", but acknowledges...."we're still a ways away.". The key word is "our", which illustrates that they are in agreement.
The lines regarding "faith", "crusade", "crescent" and "bells" are all clearly referencing religion. Driver 8 and the conductor are in agreement that religion is shit, but apparently in the area they live in, religion is quite popular.....to their dismay. Obviously, in any society, the less religion, the better, which is what they are trying to achieve. That is the "destination." The townsfolk and their close minded and misguided beliefs, are putting themselves to "sleep", and their children to "sleep.".....by passing down their nonsensical beliefs.....much to the dismay of the more educated driver 8 and conductor.
Best interpretation I have ever heard. Right on man!!!
Best interpretation I have ever heard. Right on man!!!
@esmjlm080507 The "Southern Crescent" was the name of a passenger train that ran through Georgia on its way from New York to New Orleans. "Clearly referencing religion" - I don't know . . .
@esmjlm080507 The "Southern Crescent" was the name of a passenger train that ran through Georgia on its way from New York to New Orleans. "Clearly referencing religion" - I don't know . . .