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Decoding the Surprising Finale of 'Pluribus'
television2 months ago

Decoding the Surprising Finale of 'Pluribus'

In the finale of 'Pluribus' Season 1, Carol faces a choice between allying with anti-Others Manousos or embracing her relationship with Zosia and the collective hive mind of the Others. She ultimately chooses Manousos, having previously obtained an atomic bomb as a power move, while Manousos explores electromagnetic methods to disrupt the Others' hive mind. The season ends with high stakes and unresolved tensions, setting up potential developments for Season 2.

This Week's New Releases: Unconventional Novels and Hiroshima-Nagasaki Oral History
culture6 months ago

This Week's New Releases: Unconventional Novels and Hiroshima-Nagasaki Oral History

This week's publishing highlights include an oral history of the atomic bomb's development and impact, a novel about suspicious neighbors in 18th century England, a fantasy novel for adults by Louis Sachar, a comprehensive history of Japanese manga, and contemporary fiction exploring themes of race and identity, along with a unique collaborative novel and album about wedding songs.

"Japanese Critiques of 'Oppenheimer' Ignite Debate on Omissions"
entertainment1 year ago

"Japanese Critiques of 'Oppenheimer' Ignite Debate on Omissions"

The premiere of the film "Oppenheimer" in Japan has reignited criticism over its portrayal of the atomic bombings during World War II, with some Japanese viewers expressing discomfort over the lack of Japanese perspectives and the film's focus on J. Robert Oppenheimer. The exclusion of these voices has sparked debate about whose stories are told in Hollywood and whether the film offers a limited understanding of the world. The controversy also raises questions about the erasure of Native and Hispanic American stories related to bomb testing sites in New Mexico, and the potential impact of including more diverse perspectives in storytelling.

"Oppenheimer's Controversial Debut in Japan Sparks Mixed Reactions"
entertainment1 year ago

"Oppenheimer's Controversial Debut in Japan Sparks Mixed Reactions"

Christopher Nolan's film Oppenheimer finally premiered in Japan, sparking mixed reactions due to its portrayal of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. While some criticized the film for not adequately depicting the horror of nuclear weapons from Japan's perspective, others empathized with the protagonist's conflicted response. The decision to omit the aftermath of the bombings was explained by Nolan as staying true to J. Robert Oppenheimer's experience. The physicist himself had mixed feelings about the bombings, expressing guilt to President Truman. Despite initial reluctance, the film was eventually released in Japan after careful consideration of its sensitive subject matter.

Mixed Reactions as 'Oppenheimer' Premieres in Japan
entertainment1 year ago

Mixed Reactions as 'Oppenheimer' Premieres in Japan

Christopher Nolan's film "Oppenheimer" has opened in Japan, receiving mixed reactions with some praising the movie and others finding it uncomfortable to watch due to its portrayal of the atomic bomb's development and the lack of explicit depiction of the 1945 bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The decision to not show the bombings was explained by Nolan as being true to the subjective storytelling from physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer's point of view. The film's release in Japan has sparked thoughtful dialogue and warnings at cinema entrances, with residents expressing a range of perspectives from interest to discomfort and the need for a more comprehensive portrayal of the atomic bomb's impact.