Jacobin Radio
Michael and Us: Gun Kata
Dec 23, 2023
The podcast discusses the film 'Equilibrium' and its concept of Gun Kata, a dystopian future martial art. They analyze the presence and impact of emotions in different governments and societies, drawing parallels to historical events. They critique the movie's society and explore the role of art, architecture, and fashion in evoking emotions.
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- The film Equilibrium fails to offer a coherent political commentary or critique any specific ideologies.
- Gun Kata in Equilibrium is portrayed as an absurd and unrealistic martial art form.
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