Refusing to See Reality in “In the Mood for Love”
In the Mood for Love did for Hong Kong what La Dolce Vita did for Rome. Just as the Trevi … Read More “Refusing to See Reality in “In the Mood for Love””
Tag: pop culture
Asian Representation in Pop Culture: A Lifelong Passion
I’m very much interested in exploring Asian philosophies and culture in both my academic and personal life. Of course, in … Read More “Asian Representation in Pop Culture: A Lifelong Passion”
Is There Something Buddhist About Mario? (Seriously)
On 27 October the video game Super Mario Odyssey was released worldwide by Nintendo for the Switch platform. It’s pretty … Read More “Is There Something Buddhist About Mario? (Seriously)”
May the Force Be Unnecessary With You
One needs wisdom, strength, and ethics to pursue a Buddhist life. It’s a discipline and a challenge. It’s a journey … Read More “May the Force Be Unnecessary With You”
Pop Culture: The Case for A Greater Buddhist Presence
I never bought the argument that sacred stories, figures, and themes should not be brought to pop culture media like … Read More “Pop Culture: The Case for A Greater Buddhist Presence”
Shaolin (2011): A Guilty Pleasure
I have mixed feelings about films that have an overtly religious element, especially when the religion plays a central role … Read More “Shaolin (2011): A Guilty Pleasure”
What was Possible, and What is no Longer: A Buddhist Dimension in La Dolce Vita
It’s a classic moment in film, one of quite a few from Federico Fellini’s black and white cinematic masterpiece. The … Read More “What was Possible, and What is no Longer: A Buddhist Dimension in La Dolce Vita”