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The War Game
I posted about this in the What to watch on netflix thread, but I cant get it out of my head. Here is the synopsis from netflix:
"Banned by the BBC for being too disturbing, Peter Watkins's documentary-style drama imagines the devastating effects of a nuclear attack on a small town in England -- collateral damage from an all-out war between the U.S.S.R. and the United States. Food supplies dwindle, orphaned children roam the streets, and burn victims die a slow, agonizing death. Despite being a work of fiction, the film won the 1967 Best Documentary Oscar." This was a very powerful film. I remember the movie from the 80s about nuclear war and what happens. But this was so disturbing and graphic. I was never a fan of nuclear arms. But I went along with Reagans assertion that a good defense is a better offense then the enemy. But my goodness, I hope nothing like this ever happens. In fact I am now firmly in the "get rid of all nukes" camp. I think everyone should take a look at this. Its only 47 minutes long, but it is a terrifying 47 minutes. |
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08-03-2011, 02:32 PM
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As opposed to, what, hoping that it would happen prior to seeing the movie? Not sure I've ever encountered that sentiment before. Quote:
So the propaganda was effective then, I'm sure the filmmakers would be gratified.
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08-03-2011, 03:09 PM
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08-03-2011, 03:24 PM
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08-03-2011, 03:31 PM
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08-03-2011, 03:37 PM
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I think there's a velociraptor in that movie.
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08-03-2011, 03:39 PM
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08-03-2011, 03:52 PM
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08-03-2011, 04:16 PM
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Its interesting you brought the 1st part up. They talked to citizens about that. I know it wasnt a real documentary, but they were saying that they would be in favor of a nuclear response. Which I was in favor of as well. But I cant wish this on anyone. As far as propaganda, I guess you could say that. I would say it was more along the lines of an informational movie. I dont think it was saying "STOP NUKES!" It was more along the lines of "This is what will happen." It used information from Dresden, Hiroshima, Nagasaki. And then used that information in the context of what would happen to England. |
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08-03-2011, 04:27 PM
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