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Book Review – What Is History (Why do people need to learn history)

I read What Is History by E.H. Carr and wrote a book review. In this blog post, I will discuss why we should learn history.   E.H. Carr’s What is History is almost a bible for the study of history, and it’s a book that anyone with even a passing interest in history should have read at least once. Carr and his book are one of the great mountain ranges of modern historiography, and...

Book Review – Guns, Germs, and Steel (What Drove the Ancient World?)

Guns, Germs, and Steel explores the three key forces that shaped human history, giving you a deeper understanding of the origins of civilization. Take a fresh look at world history in one book!   I love to travel. I’ve seen cultural properties and artifacts all over the country, and it’s fascinating to see the different types and characteristics of cultural properties in each...

After the success of its predecessor, why did ‘Taken II’ fall short of audience expectations with a simplistic plot and lack of twists?

After the success of Taken 1, Taken II failed to live up to expectations due to its simplistic plot and lack of development. There are fewer action scenes with the main character, and it struggles to recreate the tension and shock of its predecessor.   To understand Taken II, you’ll need to have some knowledge of its predecessor, Taken 1. If you don’t understand the first movie...

Nina in the movie Black Swan: How much pain did she have to endure to become the perfect black swan?

The movie Black Swan tells the story of ballerina Nina and the mental and physical destruction she endures in order to perfect the roles of the swan and black swan. Nina grows up free of her mother’s control and confronts her own desires, but along the way, she suffers from extreme anxiety and obsession, leading to a tragic ending. However, she achieves perfection and experiences a kind of...

Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds” asks the question: why do ordinary birds subvert human common sense and inspire fear?

This film is a psychological depiction of how familiar creatures, birds, subvert human common sense by behaving in unpredictable ways, and the resulting fear and anxiety.   Alfred Hitchcock’s Birds (1963) explores the unexpected behavior of a creature we think we know so well, and the fear that comes from the unknown. The characters in the film say that birds are not intelligent enough...

Is Forrest Gump a simple character story or a reinterpretation of modern American history?

  This article analyzes how Forrest Gump is more than just a character study, but a reinterpretation of major events in modern American history through Forrest’s unadulterated eyes, which inspires deep empathy and reflection in the audience.   Forrest Gump is a different perspective on the same thing We’ve all seen things differently or thought differently about the same...

Is it possible to get superpowers from a spider bite like Spider-Man, and is it scientifically feasible?

In the movie Spider-Man, we analyze whether it is scientifically possible for Peter Parker to gain superpowers from a spider bite, using biological principles and genetic modification techniques. It explores whether Spider-Man’s abilities could be realized in the real world, and includes a discussion of whether advances in genetic engineering could open the door to such possibilities...

How can we understand the importance of identity and hope from the movie The Shawshank Redemption?

People sometimes feel the emptiness and futility of life and question their identity and the meaning of life. The movie “The Shawshank Redemption” emphasizes the importance of hope and identity as answers to these questions. The movie’s story of Andy and Red shows how important it is to remain hopeful and take control of your life.   As people go through life, they sometimes feel the...

Can beings with free will in simulations be considered human? (Ethical dilemmas from The Thirteenth Floor and I, Robot)

The movie The Thirteenth Floor asks the question of whether it is ethical to kill simulated beings when they have autonomy and emotions like humans. Reflect on the existence and meaning of free will, discussing how it can be an important criterion in determining the category of human, with comparisons to the movie I, Robot.   The Thirteenth Floor is a 1999 German science fiction film...

Why does the movie Love Letters make us realize the value of memories?

  Love Letters touches on universal emotions such as love, friendship, family, and school memories, and through its pure cinematography and understated emotions, it resonates deeply with audiences. It’s a heartwarming and meaningful movie that will remind you of the beautiful memories you hold dear and make you feel a little happier after watching it.   Why we love Love Letters...