Category: Society
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Are We Truly Living? Exploring “Cobra” by Buichi Terasawa
Read more: Are We Truly Living? Exploring “Cobra” by Buichi TerasawaI first encountered “Cobra” when I was very young, catching glimpses of it on French TV. It was an anime my brother enjoyed, but my memories of it were brief and fragmented. Later, I revisited it through the movie released on VHS by Manga Mania, a French company that made weekly anime VHS tapes available.…
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On the Basis of Sex: What Can It Teach Us About Inequity Today?
Read more: On the Basis of Sex: What Can It Teach Us About Inequity Today?We recently watched On the Basis of Sex, recommended once more by my wife. This 2018 American biographical legal drama portrays the life and early cases of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman to serve as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. From the title alone, it’s clear the film centers on…
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How Can “Hellsing” Inspire Us to Rethink Storytelling for a Better Society?
Read more: How Can “Hellsing” Inspire Us to Rethink Storytelling for a Better Society?Hellsing is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kouta Hirano, which ran from 1997 to 2008. It was adapted into a 13-episode anime in 2001 and an OVA called Hellsing Ultimate from 2006 to 2012. I first watched the 2001 anime version around its release and was immediately captivated by how badass the…
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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night — What Lessons Can We Learn From This Iconic Game?
Read more: Castlevania: Symphony of the Night — What Lessons Can We Learn From This Iconic Game?Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, released by Konami in 1997 on the first PlayStation console and Sega Saturn, is widely regarded as one of the most acclaimed video games of all time. Despite its now-iconic status, the game initially sold poorly upon release, only gaining recognition over time. It pioneered the Metroidvania genre—named after the…
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How Does Finding Your Feet Inspire Us to Embrace Change and Neuroplasticity?
Read more: How Does Finding Your Feet Inspire Us to Embrace Change and Neuroplasticity?Watching Finding Your Feet (2018) with my wife was a delightful experience. This British comedy may not be the greatest movie of all time, but it has a warm heart if you set aside the clichés and stereotypes it leans on. The story revolves around Sandra, a woman whose life is upended when she discovers…
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Is Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind a Blueprint for Harmony Between Humanity and Nature?
Read more: Is Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind a Blueprint for Harmony Between Humanity and Nature?Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind is a 1984 Japanese animated post-apocalyptic fantasy film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, based on his 1982–1994 manga series of the same name. Although the film was created before the founding of Studio Ghibli, it is often considered part of the studio’s body of work and is…
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Michael Jackson: The King of Pop – What Can We Learn from His Legacy?
Read more: Michael Jackson: The King of Pop – What Can We Learn from His Legacy?Michael Jackson, famously dubbed the “King of Pop,” remains one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. As an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist, his influence spans generations. Discussions about his life, legacy, and even the controversies surrounding him are abundant, but here, I aim to highlight two crucial aspects that…
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My Old Ass: A Reflection on Time, Gratitude, and Society
Read more: My Old Ass: A Reflection on Time, Gratitude, and SocietyWe recently watched the movie “My Old Ass”, as my wife wanted to see it after reading good reviews on X. Released in theaters in 2024, the story unfolds in the stunning setting of Muskoka Lakes, Ontario. It follows Elliott, an 18-year-old girl who encounters her 39-year-old self during a mushroom trip. I was pleasantly…
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Birth of Kitarō: The Mystery of GeGeGe – Exploring Themes of Society and Awareness
Read more: Birth of Kitarō: The Mystery of GeGeGe – Exploring Themes of Society and AwarenessWe watched Birth of Kitarō: The Mystery of GeGeGe with my wife. Though I had heard of GeGeGe no Kitarō, the famous manga by Shigeru Mizuki, I had never read it. I knew the central theme revolved around yōkai, a fascinating class of Japanese folklore creatures—spirit-monsters with deep cultural roots. The movie serves as a…
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Hotel California by The Eagles: A Masterpiece with Timeless Reflections
Read more: Hotel California by The Eagles: A Masterpiece with Timeless ReflectionsReleased in 1977, the song “Hotel California” by the Eagles remains one of the most famous and enigmatic songs ever written. It is a musical masterpiece, concluding with an iconic 2-minute-and-12-second electric guitar solo performed by Felder and Joe Walsh. The two guitarists take turns playing the lead before harmonizing in a series of arpeggios,…