Several months ago, I wrote an article discussing how, by its very nature, the medium of film tends towards positive portrayals of warfare. I forgot to mention,… Read more “Mini Take: How War Films Lie to You About Age”
Month: January 2022
The Great Wall: Breaking Down The Trope
In historical and fantastical drama, few tropes are as omnipresent as the Great Wall. The Great Wall divides civilizations. Often, inhabitants on one side of the wall… Read more “The Great Wall: Breaking Down The Trope”
How Historically Accurate is Hearts of Iron IV?
Not many game designers would dare to create a video game that purports to simulate the entirety of World War II, from high politics to economics to… Read more “How Historically Accurate is Hearts of Iron IV?”
Tragedy and Farce 