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Asteroid City Redux

Aerial Shot • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Film Analysis Critique Review Interpretation
  1. The movie 'Asteroid City' explores themes of grief and the search for meaning through complex storytelling.
  2. The film uses parallel stories to depict walls of grief that slowly break down in the characters' journey.
  3. Key elements in understanding the movie include symbolic representations of grief, letting go of the past, and embracing the present moment.

Oppenheimer (2023)

The Author Is Dumb • 0 implied HN points • 03 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Film Critique Director Cinema Art
  1. The reviewer enjoys watching movies and shares thoughts on recent films like Mank and Oppenheimer.
  2. The reviewer discusses their mixed feelings on Nolan's work and specifically on the film Oppenheimer.
  3. The reviewer reflects on the lack of emotional depth and clear thematic message in Oppenheimer, questioning Nolan's ability to convey deeper meaning through his films.
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Brief thoughts on Joyce's Ulysses

Facsimile No. 2 • 0 implied HN points • 17 Jan 21
📚 Literature Classics Analysis Critique Ranking Novel
  1. Reading Joyce's Ulysses can be challenging due to its cryptic writing and dense text but offers moments of beautiful prose that make the struggle worth it
  2. The episodes of Joyce's Ulysses range in style and difficulty, with each offering unique and sometimes obscure insights into the characters and narrative
  3. The novel delves into the subconscious of the characters in a psychedelic way, presenting a mix of sublime and occasionally disgusting experiences

PostPostPost: In Defense of The Edgelord

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 16 Oct 22
🎭️ Culture Ideology Controversy Critique Art Pop culture
  1. Ideology operates beneath our consciousness, influencing how we believe rather than what we believe in.
  2. The concept of the 'beautiful soul' contrasts with the edgelord, who embraces transgression and pushing boundaries without committing to a fixed ideology.
  3. Edgelords challenge norms and seek attention through shock value, but their actions can transition from provocative to dangerous when associated with extremist ideologies.

Abbey Pusz: Ruth Bader Ginsberg is Dead

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
📚 Literature Poetry Discussion Analysis Critique Reflection
  1. Ruth Bader Ginsberg's death was discussed in a class in a unique way, with students comparing it to a black square and questioning representation.
  2. The students reflected on the importance of recycling and digitizing paper, symbolizing a broader theme of freedom and inclusivity.
  3. The story highlighted the power of education and how individuals like Emma can inspire change and build a better future.

Jak Ritger: The MLM Project Log 1: What is Multi-level Marketing?

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 19 Mar 21
💼 Business Marketing Capitalism Entrepreneurship Policy Critique
  1. Multi-level Marketing (MLM) relies on a non-salaried workforce to sell products and often results in financial troubles for participants.
  2. Studying MLMs can help critique capitalist structures and push for anti-capitalist actions beyond elitist perspectives.
  3. The aim is to create an off-ramp from MLMs and work towards abolishing this pyramid-shaped industry.

The "spark" in Rik's Sparky Little Substack Space

Rik’s Sparky Little Substack Space • 0 implied HN points • 17 May 24
📚 Literature Poetry Writing Workshops Creativity Critique
  1. Poetry is essentially a form of deception, with every poem being a crafted machine that triggers specific responses in its readers.
  2. Engaging in new endeavors often brings a mix of excitement and fear, a balance many people can relate to.
  3. Writing poetry can be a personal journey of self-discovery and growth, leading to insights through sharing and feedback from others.

Bodies Bodies [11]

The Author Is Dumb • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 25
📚 Literature Fiction Writing Drama Narrative Critique
  1. David is feeling stressed about a student's complaint regarding his teaching approach. He believes the complaint is more about the student’s expectations than his teaching style.
  2. Dr. Meriweather is concerned about David's well-being and thinks he might be losing passion for his work. He suggests that David should take time off to recharge and focus on his family.
  3. David acknowledges he has been drifting and may need to reflect on his teaching and personal life. He recognizes that he needs to reconnect with what he is teaching.