Category: Awareness
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Lessons from “The Seven Deadly Sins”: A Reflection on Global Unity and Understanding
Read more: Lessons from “The Seven Deadly Sins”: A Reflection on Global Unity and UnderstandingThe Seven Deadly Sins, a popular manga by Nakaba Suzuki, masterfully blends traditional shonen elements with a medieval story rooted in the legend of King Arthur. It also draws inspiration from religious themes, particularly the concept of the seven deadly sins. In this fantastical world, humans coexist with other races, including giants, fairies, demons, and…
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Kefka and the Question of Meaning in Final Fantasy VI
Read more: Kefka and the Question of Meaning in Final Fantasy VIKefka, the main antagonist of Final Fantasy VI by Square Enix, stands out as one of the most memorable and chilling villains in gaming. His journey from being the first human experiment infused with magic to becoming a nihilistic psychopath is central to the story’s depth. He nearly succeeds in his vision of destruction, reshaping…
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The Jurassic Park Paradox: Balancing Scientific Advancement with Human Evolution
Read more: The Jurassic Park Paradox: Balancing Scientific Advancement with Human EvolutionIn Jurassic Park, science brings dinosaurs back to life, a marvel of human achievement with far-reaching consequences. Despite the good intentions behind the project, unforeseen complications arise, highlighting the dangers of unchecked technological advancement. This fictional world serves as a warning: progress in science must be accompanied by progress in human awareness and responsibility. The…
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The Hidden Scars in Ai Yazawa’s Nana: A Story of Growth, Empathy, and Influence
Read more: The Hidden Scars in Ai Yazawa’s Nana: A Story of Growth, Empathy, and InfluenceNana by Ai Yazawa is one of the few shoujo manga that I’ve read, and it stands out to me for its depth. The story revolves around two women, both named Nana, who meet by chance on a train journey to Tokyo. Despite coming from very different backgrounds, their lives become intertwined, leading them to…
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GACKT: A Role Model for Personal Growth and Global Awareness
Read more: GACKT: A Role Model for Personal Growth and Global AwarenessGACKT is a Japanese singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, and actor. Although I had heard his name before, my interest in him grew after watching a TV program where he appeared as a special guest. In the show, guests were tasked with identifying the highest-quality item among various meals, drinks, musical instruments, and other objects. GACKT…
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Unleashing Potential: Lessons from Memento on Memory, Awareness, and Action
Read more: Unleashing Potential: Lessons from Memento on Memory, Awareness, and ActionMemento is the kind of movie that often requires multiple viewings to fully grasp its intricate narrative. The protagonist, suffering from short-term memory loss, wakes up each day with no recollection of his actions beyond a certain point in time. Through tattoos inked on his body and Polaroid pictures with cryptic notes, he embarks on…
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No Remorse: The Price of War and the Need for Global Awareness
Read more: No Remorse: The Price of War and the Need for Global AwarenessNo Remorse, the eighth track from Metallica’s debut album Kill ‘Em All (1983), captures the harsh and unrelenting nature of war. Its lyrics portray soldiers who kill without remorse or repentance, encapsulating the brutality and dehumanization of conflict: “Another day, another death, another sorrow, another breath… No remorse, no repent, we don’t care what it…
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Gunnm: A Reflection on Humanity in a Cyborg World
Read more: Gunnm: A Reflection on Humanity in a Cyborg WorldIn Gunnm (Battle Angel Alita) by Yukito Kishiro, we are thrust into a dystopian future where Gally, a cyborg girl, is rescued by Doctor Daisuke Ido. Ido, a doctor who also leads a secret life as a bounty hunter, hides his darker side from Gally. Their lives unfold in the Scrapyard, a place where scraps…
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The Power Beyond the Suit: Spider-Man’s Lesson
Read more: The Power Beyond the Suit: Spider-Man’s LessonIn Spider-Man: Homecoming directed by Jon Watts, the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues its tradition of intertwining characters and storylines, leading to unforgettable moments. Following nearly twenty years of Marvel films, culminating in Avengers: Endgame, this first Spider-Man reboot features Tom Holland as a youthful Peter Parker, with Tony Stark (Iron Man) stepping in as his…
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The Brutal Truth Behind General Kanki’s Hatred for the Middle Class
Read more: The Brutal Truth Behind General Kanki’s Hatred for the Middle ClassIn the world of Kingdom, a manga set in ancient China during the Warring States period, we follow the journey of Shin, a young orphan who dreams of becoming a “Great General of the Heavens.” Alongside Shin’s story, Kingdom presents a fascinating array of characters, each with their own ambitions, flaws, and philosophies. Among them,…