The Women of Knight of Cups—Mirrors of Rick’s Soul The people we encounter in life have a way of revealing who we are. Our relationships act as mirrors, reflecting back our desires, fears, and insecurities. For Rick, the protagonist of Terrence Malick’s Knight of Cups, the women in his life are not just companions or romantic partners. They are symbols, representing different facets of his emotional and spiritual journey. As Rick drifts through the fragmented narrative of the film, we see him connect—and disconnect—with six key women. Each woman reflects a specific theme or stage in his search for meaning,