A "theory paper" is an academic document that discusses and explains a particular theory or idea in a specific subject. It often presents arguments and evidence to support the theory and may explore its implications and applications. Full definition
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Albeit, like Memento and Fight Club, a trick movie that reflects the post-modern equivalence of simulation and reality that Chuck Klosterman, apparently ripping off one of my college Film Theory papers writes about in Sex, Drugs and Cocoa - Puffs. (theendofcinema.net)
And when you lick the bowl think about me slaving away on another literary analysis or critical theory paper, hunched over my computer, probably not even with matching socks on. (glutenhatesme.com)