"A 2012 remake that nobody saw" I am sorry to say that I, who at the time was a 14 year old girl obsessed with Josh Hutcherson, saw it in theaters twice
Absolutely brilliant video. Not being from the US (and being in fact from a country that has often been the target of US abuse and imperialism) I often despair at how blind Americans are at the toxicity, violence, and destructiveness of their militarism Even in the wake of the racial justice protests and the conversations happening around police brutality and reform, I was disappointed to not really see that discussion spread to involve the military. Because as I see it, just as American police enforce white supremacy at home, the military do so abroad. And the entertainment industry absolutely plays a part in that desenzitation. Even in movies and shows I enjoy, like Marvel, you will often have American military men or agents blowing stuff up, beating people up, or shooting around all over the world, and I find myself asking "ok, but what the fuck are they doing there?" That question however almost never comes up in that show or movie, nor is it really a part of the discussions online, or part of the critiques.
Something else to consider: the Pentagon does give lots of money to studios whose movies portray the military in a positive light. And you're right; Hollywood is pretty complicit in this. They're not exactly turning that money away. The only two times I can recall when the Pentagon stopped giving funding was the original Independence Day (supposedly for mentions of Area 51) and The Avengers (the details of that remain secret to this day).
The US military's (current) purpose isn't about spreading ideals-that's also propaganda. It's about obtaining, and controlling cheap or rare foreign trade resources (like minerals or oil), and consumers (buyers of military, and luxury items) for private individuals/industries. By keeping regions unstable, you can pay off some corrupt people and plunder. Also since US taxpayers are the ones who fund the military, it's like these venture capitalists have the greatest mob in the world that will strong arm any dissension, and they don'thave to pay them, or associate with them directly.
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Same here
Can he please make more videos! Love the topics and his views. Wish there were more!
just binged all your videos and have deeply liked every one so far. keep doing what youre doing, im looking forward to the future of this channel! :)
I’m in the process of doing the same, I feel like I struck gold. KEEP GOING!
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So glad I came across your channel!
"A 2012 remake that nobody saw" I am sorry to say that I, who at the time was a 14 year old girl obsessed with Josh Hutcherson, saw it in theaters twice
Absolutely brilliant video. Not being from the US (and being in fact from a country that has often been the target of US abuse and imperialism) I often despair at how blind Americans are at the toxicity, violence, and destructiveness of their militarism
Even in the wake of the racial justice protests and the conversations happening around police brutality and reform, I was disappointed to not really see that discussion spread to involve the military. Because as I see it, just as American police enforce white supremacy at home, the military do so abroad.
And the entertainment industry absolutely plays a part in that desenzitation. Even in movies and shows I enjoy, like Marvel, you will often have American military men or agents blowing stuff up, beating people up, or shooting around all over the world, and I find myself asking "ok, but what the fuck are they doing there?" That question however almost never comes up in that show or movie, nor is it really a part of the discussions online, or part of the critiques.
Okay but a basic google search will give you all this context..
gustav, i am so looking forward to more videos. pls never stop making them, your raw and realistic point of view is much appreciated!
Something else to consider: the Pentagon does give lots of money to studios whose movies portray the military in a positive light. And you're right; Hollywood is pretty complicit in this. They're not exactly turning that money away. The only two times I can recall when the Pentagon stopped giving funding was the original Independence Day (supposedly for mentions of Area 51) and The Avengers (the details of that remain secret to this day).
I love your intelligent, quiet (although that blast of Stars and Stripes made me jump!) presentation style. Keep up the good work!
The US military's (current) purpose isn't about spreading ideals-that's also propaganda. It's about obtaining, and controlling cheap or rare foreign trade resources (like minerals or oil), and consumers (buyers of military, and luxury items) for private individuals/industries. By keeping regions unstable, you can pay off some corrupt people and plunder. Also since US taxpayers are the ones who fund the military, it's like these venture capitalists have the greatest mob in the world that will strong arm any dissension, and they don'thave to pay them, or associate with them directly.
You gained like 2k while I was watching this video I must say I'm happy for you
Found your channel last night and immediately wished I could binge 50 of your videos. Keep up the great work and thoughtful content.
you made a really good point, this video should have more views
The bully comparison is spot on, great point 👍
Please make more videos like this!!!
Loved it
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Reintroduce the draft and suddenly military won't be so cool. When everyone serves it becomes a more mundane experience and looses the glamour.
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By the way I live how you lean into being a gay disaster.
Btw love your work sweetheart x
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