Exploring the Mythological Foundations That Breathe Life into The Lord of the Rings
Delving into the mythological roots and enduring legends that inspired Middle-earth, uncovering the rich cultural tapestry woven into the heart of this epic saga. ‘The Lord of The Rings’ has been the childhood of multiple generations. From the original books released...
Satire’s Role in Modern Society: How Do Satirical Pieces Help Us Understand Our Existence
Whether it is encouraging critical thinking or acting as much-needed social commentary Satire uses comedy to analyze flaws and injustices of contemporary society. With its origins traced to Ancient Egypt around the early 2nd millennium BC with ‘The Satire of the...
‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’: A Tense, Impeccable Drama from Iranian Master Mohammad Rasoulof
The conflicts that occur between people of different beliefs are all too common. Yet most terrifying ones that take place between family members, in their home and with the people they thought were the most understanding individuals to them. This is what ‘The Seed of...
Fantasy as a Mirror: Using Fantasy to Explore Reality’s Issues.
Fantasy is defined by magical elements beyond our reality. These allow filmmakers to blend escapism with social commentary, engaging viewers and inspiring thought. Guillermo del Toro did it in ‘Shape of Water’, Neil Gaiman in ‘Caroline’, and Wolfgang Petersen in ‘The...
