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American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden tells us that having the power to shape narratives and influence preferences is the key to becoming a superpower. The fact that US forces managed to eliminate Osama bin Laden not only demonstrated their military prowess but also gave us a glimpse of the nation's soft power. It demonstrated how the United States overcame various obstacles and ensured that no one questioned its authority or its course of action. So, let's revisit the events that led to Osama bin Laden's death and discover how US intelligence agencies managed to accomplish it. On September 11, 2001, a vile act by the infamous terrorist organization al-Qaeda shook the foundations of American society. Two planes intentionally crashed into the World Trade Center, and one even targeted the Pentagon. From John McLaughlin, deputy director of the CIA, to Michael Morell, who at the time was a CIA analyst and daily advisor to President George Bush, everyone was in a state of shock. I...
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“Shōgun” is a Hollywood film that takes a defensive stance from the beginning. The FX series, a ten-part adaptation of James Clavell's sprawling 1975 novel, takes an English sailor to 17th-century Japan, where he rises through the ranks of his samurai.
Announced six years ago with promises of modern sensibilities, the production aimed to consult experts on Japanese feudal culture and cast predominantly Japanese actors, in contrast to previous adaptations that did not subtitle Japanese dialogue. These efforts were intended to distinguish “Shōgun” from previous works that treated Asian aesthetics as spectacle without regard for the depth and presence of Asians.
Stars: Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, Anna Sawai
While the series initially follows Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis), it quickly broadens his perspective. Blackthorne, a staunch Protestant, seeks Japan to compete with Portuguese traders, but upon landing, he becomes embroiled in the power struggles of Lord Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada) and other regents vying for control. As alliances shift and ambitions clash, the series delves into themes of ulterior motives and cultural divides.
The narrative complexity and thematic depth of “Shōgun” may echo the appeal of “Game of Thrones,” but it also shares its predecessor’s penchant for intricate world-building and graphic violence. However, unlike “Game of Thrones,” “Shōgun” struggles to fully engage audiences due to its less developed character dynamics and lack of emotional resonance. While Toranaga and Mariko are elevated to main characters to avoid cultural whitewashing, their restricted characters limit their dramatic impact, leaving viewers yearning for more depth and connection.
Ultimately, “Shōgun” feels more like an intriguing artifact than a compelling series. Its focus on political intrigue overshadows character development, leaving viewers wanting greater emotional investment. While the series features impressive visuals and action sequences, its inability to strike a balance between grand narrative and intimate human drama detracts from its overall impact.
Netflix has released a trailer for the new sci-fi anime, Moonrise, which shows the main character Jack in action against creatures that serve as antagonists in the Earth vs. Moon conflict. Although no firm release date has been provided for the anime series yet, Moonrise will stream on Netflix sometime in 2024. Announced on Netflix Tudum 2022, Moonrise is written by novelist Tou Ubukata, best known for his excellent work on Ghost in the Shell, Psycho-Pass 2, and Psycho-Pass 3. Beloved artist Hiromu Akawara, who previously worked on the hit series from the Fullmetal Alchemist manga, will also join the show as a character designer. Ubukata wrote and published a prologue novel in December 2018. Netflix describes Moonrise as "a fateful tale of resistance forces on the moon challenging the peaceful inhabitants of Earth to battle." The trailer introduces the two main characters, Jack and Al, while Kawasaki's music accompanies the action-packed scenes. In addition to Ubukata an...
Netflix went all out to unveil its highly anticipated miniseries “The Leopard,” based on Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa’s classic novel set in Sicily, marking the platform’s biggest splash in Italy yet. On Tuesday, Netflix held a packed press conference in the frescoed ballroom of Rome’s centrally located Plaza Hotel, which was also used to film one of the series’ key scenes. “The Leopard” will formally premiere in Rome on March 3 with a gala screening held at the Eternal City’s Opera House before its global release on March 5. Creator: Richard Warlow Stars: Francesco Colella, Astrid Meloni, Mario Patanè The lavish historical tapestry, with elements comparable to “Downton Abbey” or “The Crown” and the potential to leave a global mark, is a modern take on the sensual Sicilian saga adapted for film by Luchino Visconti, starring Claudia Cardinale, Alain Delon and Burt Lancaster. The film, now a classic of Italian cinema, won the 1963 Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Eleonora And...
The battle royale concept has been executed and repackaged in many forms over the years. The Hunger Games pits kids against each other in a mandatory deathmatch, while Battle Royale sent high school students into a fight to the death. Most recently, the hit Netflix sensation Squid Game saw players risk their lives for a prize pool of 45 billion won, once again bolstering the enduring popularity of the genre. Alice in Borderland, in a similar vein, shares many of the same elements. With traces of influence from William Golding's allegorical novel Lord of the Flies and Battle Royale to works focused on psychological puzzles like Saw and Cube, the first season transported audiences to an abandoned Tokyo, where people are forced to compete in dangerous games. The difficulty and type of each is determined by the poker cards and their suite, and those who survive receive extensions to their "visas" which, upon expiration, will result in execution with red lasers shot from the ...
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