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The camaraderie of hyper-capitalism vs anti-capitalism in Squid Season 2
Many people have been anxiously awaiting the second season of Squid Game, the most-watched show on Netflix. To win prizes in the first season, players had to compete in several lethal kid-friendly games. The upcoming season, which is also expected to break yet another Netflix record, delves deeper into the limitations and economic background of the surrealistic games. Green light, red light. When the song starts, move forward; when it ends, freeze. It's a fairly easy game. Or is it that moving after the music has stopped carries a death sentence? It was clear from the first season that Squid Game allegorizes the horrors of capitalism through kid-friendly games. Three years later, the second season of arguably the most significant television program of our time advances its adamantly anti-capitalist theme. It accomplishes this by exposing the illusion of "choice" in a system threatening to starve the great majority. In this article, I dive deeper into the dystopian nuances of capitalism and the illusion of choice that stir up scenarios very similar to reality.
By Hridya Sharma12 months ago in Geeks
6 Alien Cover-Up Stories That Sound Too Dumb to Be True (But People Believe Them Anyway)
Conspiracy theories involving aliens have a way of turning the weird dial all the way up to eleven. From cattle mutilations to secret moon bases, humanity has blamed a lot on our intergalactic neighbors. Some stories, however, take things from believable to absolutely bonkers. Here are six alien cover-ups that make you question humanity’s collective sanity—but people swear by them.
By Julius Thandi12 months ago in Geeks
Why Do We Find The Convoluted Intricacy So Interesting?
In films and television series, do you ever find yourself supporting the antagonist? You know, the morally ambiguous characters who are neither entirely good nor entirely bad? They are extremely fascinating because they are the ones who fall in the middle. We all have a soft spot for them, let's face it. You're sick of categorizing characters as heroes or villains. That's precisely why grey characters were created, and their popularity has skyrocketed. But have you ever wondered why we find these fictional characters so appealing? We will examine these grey characters' specifics as well as the psychology of why people like them in this article.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Geeks
The Man Who Lived with Lions (Kevin Richardson, South Africa)
The Man Who Lived with Lions (Kevin Richardson, South Africa): An Extraordinary Tale of Human-Animal Friendship In a world filled with fascinating stories about the relationship between humans and animals, the tale of Kevin Richardson remains one of the most inspiring. Known as the "Lion Whisperer," this man has lived an extraordinary life in South Africa, building strong friendships with lions and other predators. In this article, we will delve into the details of this incredible story, explore how this unique relationship began, the challenges Kevin faced, and how he became a symbol of wildlife conservation.
By 💓 Pulse of Stories 💓about a year ago in Geeks
The Reality of Fame: Lessons from Blake Lively's Journey
Over the past century, Hollywood has evolved from a hub for trailblazing women to a male-dominated industry. Given the high-profile cases that have revealed its misogynistic practices, it must address gender inequality. The existing system feeds a cycle of female exclusion and cultivates a toxic culture. In their lawsuit, Blake Lively claims that Justin Baldoni, the actor-director, acted improperly and made disparaging remarks about their 2024 film, It Ends With Us. It was an 80-page complaint that was first believed to be a public relations tactic to promote the movie. Given the high-profile cases that have revealed Hollywood's misogynistic practices, the industry needs to address gender inequality. By exposing misogynistic people and promoting women on and off screen, Hollywood can overcome its lengthy history of discrimination and alienation of women. Let's use Blake Lively's recent accusations to consider the subtleties of a toxic workplace and Hollywood's attitude toward women.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Geeks
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## The Banana of A-peeling Healing: A Magical Fruit with Real-World Benefits **Introduction** In the realm of fantasy, where enchanted objects and mythical creatures abound, magical items often hold extraordinary powers, granting their wielders incredible abilities. Today, we delve into the world of one such magical artifact: the Banana of A-peeling Healing. This mystical fruit, inspired by the real-world benefits of bananas, offers a unique blend of healing, energy, and emotional well-being.
By Violet Hyenaabout a year ago in Geeks
The Social Variables Contributing to India's Concert Craze: The Rise of Concert Tourism in India
Passion for live music in India have never been higher as the excitement continues to roll. When Coldplay said their three shows in Mumbai were only going to happen, a ticket vanished in minutes to leave fans racing to their position. Those who were unable to get tickets found themselves facing third-party resellers who had bought up the tickets, only to sell them at outrageous prices. Even though BookMyShow officially announced that the events were sold out, a surprising number of tickets suddenly appeared on these unofficial sites, sometimes costing 5 to 10 times their original price.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Geeks
7 Shows Like 'Rick and Morty'
Rick and Morty is a show like no other. The mix of sci-fi, character introspection, nihilism, humor, and world-building is so special that it places this show as one of the most interesting in the world. One could go on and on about what exactly makes the Rick and Morty watch so alluring. Since it came out in 2013, we've been deep-diving into the series, and now, in its seventh season airing on Adult Swim, the show keeps finding newer and sometimes rather gruesome ways to keep us on our toes! Here is a list of 7 shows like Rick and Morty until you wait for Rick and Morty season 8.
By Aaftab Pinjariabout a year ago in Geeks
The Substance well explained: keys to understanding the trendy movie
The Substance, directed by the talented French filmmaker Coralie Fargeat, is the film of the year due to its originality, daring and black humor expressed through a unique body horror story. Demi Moore, the film's leading lady, has delivered the best performance of her career, and many see her as deserving of an Oscar. Margaret Qualley, who plays the villain in this story, has done an impressive job and has a bright future ahead of her.
By Ninfa Galeanoabout a year ago in Geeks
Cross-Platform App Development: Why Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Ah, cross-platform app development—a concept that promises simplicity, yet often delivers headaches. On paper, it sounds brilliant: write your code once and run it anywhere. No more separate teams for Android and iOS, no more grueling late nights wondering if your code will look like an abstract painting on an iPad and a Picasso on an Android tablet. But then, reality slaps you in the face and reminds you that dreams are dreams, and code is... well, code.
By Sam Wilsonabout a year ago in Geeks
