Answer:
1. The title "Equilibrium" refers to a state of balance or stability, but also to the government's goal of eliminating all human emotion in order to create a society without conflict or instability.
2. The movie explores the theme of culture and identity through its portrayal of a society that has rejected art, literature, and emotion in favor of a strict adherence to logic and order. The protagonist, John Preston, begins to question his own identity and purpose in this society as he is gradually exposed to the beauty and complexity of art and human emotion.
3. The movie has been criticized for its similarities to other dystopian films such as "1984" and "The Matrix," but it also offers a unique perspective on the consequences of suppressing human emotion and creativity. It is both a relevant exploration of a dystopian theme and a blend of familiar tropes from other movies.