Donnie Darko (2001) – Symbolism & Themes Explained

July 20, 2025 Reading time: 4 minutes

Jake Gyllenhaal as Donnie Darko, staring into space with Frank the Rabbit in the background – Symbolism and themes of Donnie Darko film

Director: Richard Kelly
Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, Drew Barrymore, Patrick Swayze

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