our protagonist Shinji Ikari has a pretty complicated relationship with his father, Gendo. To say it’s strained would be an understatement. Gendo is the head honcho of the organization that’s fighting the Angels, and he’s also the one who brought Shinji in to pilot an Evangelion. But instead of being a loving and supportive father…
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Ishmael by Daniel Quinn
Wow, I read a book! Here is my review! “Ishmael” by Daniel Quinn is a novel that addresses many issues related to humanity’s relationship with the natural world, including the issue of climate change. The book presents a unique perspective on the environmental crisis, arguing that it is rooted in a fundamental flaw in the…
The feminist message of The Yellow Wallpaper
As someone who enjoys reading feminist literature, I found “The Yellow Wallpaper” by Charlotte Perkins Gilman to be a fascinating and thought-provoking read. The story provides a powerful commentary on the patriarchal society of the time and the ways in which women were oppressed and denied agency in their own lives. “The Yellow Wallpaper” is…
Character Study-Shinji from Neon Genesis Evangelion
I wanted to talk about my favourite anime, Neon Genesis Evangelion, but more specifically Shinji, Here is a little character study. Shinji Ikari is the main protagonist of the anime series “Neon Genesis Evangelion.” He is a young boy who is forced to pilot a giant bio-machine called an Evangelion to fight mysterious beings known…
Top 5 Animated Films
(In my opinion) Spirited Away (2001) Paprika (2006) Perfect Blue (1997) A Silent Voice (2017) Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End Of Evangelion (1997)
Puss In Boots (The Last Wish): Philosophy For Kids
The new Puss in Boots movie is a delightful animated adventure that follows the adventures of the swashbuckling feline hero as he embarks on a quest to save his friends and clear his name. While the film may seem like a lighthearted romp through a fantasy world, there are actually several philosophical themes that are…
HER and Long Distance Relationships
“Her” is a science-fiction romantic drama film that explores the theme of long distance relationships in a unique and thought-provoking way. The film, directed by Spike Jonze and released in 2013, tells the story of Theodore Twombly (played by Joaquin Phoenix), a lonely writer who develops a romantic relationship with an advanced artificial intelligence operating…
Wong Kar-Wai: Non-Linear Films
Wong Kar-wai is a Hong Kong filmmaker known for his unique visual style and non-linear narrative structure. In his films Chungking Express (1994) and Fallen Angels (1995), Wong Kar-wai employs the use of multiple stories in one movie, creating a complex and layered narrative that explores themes of love, loneliness, and the human condition. This…
Everything, Everywhere, All At Once: Review
“Everything Everywhere All At Once” is an ambitious and mind-bending film that explores the multiverse theory and the interconnectedness of all things. However, at its core, the movie is also a poignant story about the relationship between a mother and her daughter. Michelle Yeoh plays the role of a mother named Dao, who is a…
Cléo from 5 to 7: Cinematography
Cléo from 5 to 7 is a French film set in the 1960’s that follows a beautiful singer who is waiting for a medical test diagnosis that might confirm she has cancer. It shows the two hours between 5 and 7 and we follow Cléo navigate her life including questioning her own existence and mortality….
