The point of Fight Club is often misunderstood. While some viewers may see it as a glorification of violence or a rallying cry against capitalism, the film is actually about an unintentional awakening process, achieving enlightenment, and the principles of Zen Buddhism. The film is a critique of modern society and how it has commoditized everything to the point where toxic masculinity becomes its own brand. The protagonist starts the film not looking for violence, but simply for an emotional outlet, and in a darkly comic fashion goes to a fight club to find it. However, the film ultimately shows that participating in Fight Club is not a healthy way to deal with emotions or build towards a happy and well-adjusted life. The real philosophy of Fight Club is to reject societal norms and be true to oneself, whether that looks like traditional masculinity or not. The film is a cautionary tale about where the adrenaline rush of "waking up" can take you, and how it can lead to violence and terror.