Symbol and Civilization in Star Wars: The Last Jedi The island of Ahch-To, where Luke Skywalker voluntarily marooned himself, surprised me. It evoked some surprisingly strong feelings in me and somehow turned my thoughts to the future of Western Civilization. Of course, in our galaxy, the island the Achc-To scenes were filmed on is known… Continue reading Movie Review: Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)
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Movie Review: Risen (2016)
I thoroughly enjoyed the first half the movie Risen. The initial battle scene hooked me. It was almost on par with the authentic-seeming portrayal of Roman Centurion garrison life and tactics in Britannia with the Picts seen in The Eagle (2011). Its other depictions of ancient Roman life were relatively impressive. The political dynamic and intrigue between the King Herod, the Sanhedrin,… Continue reading Movie Review: Risen (2016)