#the liberator netflix

[tiredmagicalwarrior]

I think one of the things I appreciated the most about Nocturne was the protagonism on the Haitian Revolution.

This was a revolution that didn't just change Haiti, it changed the world. This was the revolution that would make the first black state. The first slaveless state. That would make every slave nation tremble with fear, from Europe To America to Asia to Oceania to Africa. It was what was never meant to happen, but did.

It's the nation that would defeat Napoleon and the British marine. Nobody could take down Haiti. You know why Napoleon went to colonize Europe? Haiti. That's why. He couldn't take down Haiti. Couldn't make it french territory again. So, he turned towards Europe.

We are talking about an undefeated nation.

AND! AND! A largely Vodu nation!

I was SO happy to see Vodu be portrayed as the wonderful religion it is, sacred and divinely intertwined with the Haitian revolution. The revolution was noted to start with Vodu chants and ritual.

White people refused to understand the link between the two worlds that could bring ancestors to meet their descendants. They created zombies as a horror trope. They made vodu dolls as a horror gimmick. They took a sacred religion and reduced it and vilanized it.

And I'm so happy to see it being positively portrayed in such a famous media. Vodu practicioners have already made media of the like. But I was positively surprised with what Nocturne had to present to us.

Of course, the knowledge that the french revolution was incomplete, that it was NOT FOR EVERYONE, is then again, something I really appreciate as a history student and a person. The french revolution killed mostly peasent and established the bourgeoisie, but did it end the Noir Code? No. Did it establish women's and black people's suffrage? No. Did it make a agrarian reform? No. Was it for the people? It had it's importance. But it was, at the very least, not for all the people.

And let's not forget that the french revolution's main intellectual current would birth biological racism, an unscientific current that claimed evidence of "different sized skulls" for example to prove humans possessed different races based on phenotypes.

Last, but certainly not least: it is absurd to see people claim that "all indigenous people have been killed". Acknowledging multi-ethnic indigenous genocide HAS to go along with the respect that there STILL are indigenous people and they continue their fight for their lives and land.

You know who the show demonstrates as such? Olrox.

While I don't appreciate the show claiming "all of his people were slaughtered" as that is historically inaccurate, I was most happy to see an Aztec vampire present and very alive, connected to his culture, protagonizing the show. The Nahua are still very much alive and kicking and I appreciated that the show took that into account.

And Annette! Sweet Annette being one of the leads makes me most joyful. I can't stand idiots that claim her presence.on France was """historically innacurate""", check again, dumbasses, free black people were all over France (especially the children of black Caribbean elites, for example, from Haiti back then known as Saint-Domingue, which did not possess universities and would sent their children to study in Europe.)

Anyway. To see her star as one of the leads made me so incredibly happy. She's a wonderful character and I appreciate how they let Annette be unapologetic and direct, especially during a moment between revolutions were she was very aware the french revolution didn't mean shit to her people.

But she was so lovely and to see her afro-caribean religion present AND source of her power made me emotional more than a few times.

Castlevania Nocturne really did hit this nail on the head.

Anyways. To make sure I give people answers to "but where's the evidence to x thing you said?" Here are my sources:

THYLEFORS, Markel; “Our Government is in Bwa Kayiman:”A Vodou Ceremony in 1791 and its Contemporary Significations, 2009

DUBOIS, Laurent; Avengers of the New World : the story of the Haitian Revolution, 2004

BUCK-MORSS, Susan; Hegel, Haiti and universal history, 2009

[thedemonofcat]

To be honest, Geralt sometimes forgets how intelligent Jaskier is. After all, the Bard graduated from Oxenfurt Academy with the highest honors and is one of the few to hold the title of Master of the seven liberal arts.

But every now and then, Jaskier has the chance to demonstrate his remarkable intellect.

[mysharona1987]

But does anyone not understand how bad Pamela Anderson’s ordeal was?

All she did was had sex with her own husband on her honeymoon.

She literally got slut shamed for it.

You know sexism is bad when a married woman can’t even have fuck her own husband without being slut shamed.

[dramastream]

There's this part in my liberation note. Yeom Mi Jeong's life is divided into two parts, before and after she met Mr. Gu. I must be crazy. I feel so lovable. There's nothing but love in my heart. So I can't feel anything but love.

나의 해방일지 My Liberation Notes (2022) dir. Kim Seok Yoon

[rainbowpopeworld]

I just watched the second (and final) season of Quantum Leap. As a nonbinary person, this scene really got me in the feels. It's really hokey and showing what should be basic human behavior. And I'm really glad it exists and it made me cry both times I've watched it.

Context for those who don't know, Mason Alexander Park plays Ian Wright, a nonbinary character in the main cast of the show. So they are reacting to this conversation among siblings, which is taking place in 1953.

And as a fan of the original QL in the early 90's, this is definitely a far cry from the overtly homophobic and transphobic aspects of some episodes back then. So, I guess it is nice to see specific evidence of some progress. Even as the backlash continues and we fight for actual liberation.

[littlenaughtygarden]

Help Sudanese Refugees Facing Hunger in Uganda

Youth Smile Initiative, a registered NGO in Uganda, is raising funds to provide food boxes to Sudanese refugees in the Kiryandongo camp.

As of today (September 18, 2024), YSI has raised $615 of its $20,000 goal. If you have the means, please donate to their fundraiser. If you can't donate, please share this widely!

Free Sudan🇸🇩🌺

[justanothermortalsworld]

I was trying to tell my friend about a trope. But I actually have no idea how to describe it or if there is a word for it.

But like, the romance in Summer strike or my liberation notes or Run on?!?! What would that trope be called? I DON'T KNOW AND IT'S ANNOYING ME!!

It feels like birds chirping in the morning. Or watching the sunrise from a big green beautiful field.

It's this feeling of being calm and happy together. Like, you know what I mean right!?!?!

Like if you've watched these drama, you'll know. LET ME KNOWWW

[demigoddessqueens]

I feel like they would be best friends

[astaldis]

One thing the guys who criticise Netflix for its racial diversity in The Witcher always seem to forget

Had this discussion with this guy on Reddit again, always the same arguments, of course, the lore allegedly is all Slavic/white European. And then they pretend to care for the identity of other cultures and that they should be preserved and distinguishable and that there's Zerrikania on the continent for black people. Yes, Zerrikania, featuring so prominently in the books, right ...

What they totally seem to overlook, humans came to the continent through the Conjunction of the Spheres about 1,500 years before the events of the novels. They did not evolve on the continent through survival of the fittest. The distribution of skin colour on the continent ought to be mostly random. Yes, people who came from hot places in their original world and have a very dark skin colour as adaptation to the climate in their lost sphere of origin might prefer to settle regions like Zerrikania with a similar climate. But why wouldn't they settle in Toussaint, for example? Fringilla being dark skinned does not have to mean she has ancestors from Zerrikania and does not need to be explained in any way. Same with culture, people from all kinds of different cultures have very likely landed on the continent together and mixed their cultures while they were helping each other to survive in a totally new world. Why should there be distinct cultures related to skin colour and climate after only 1,500 years of populating the continent? A mix makes a lot more sense under these unique circumstances.

There was also a very funny thing one guy asked me when I wrote something like: Oh yes, the Korath desert is very Eastern European.

Did you know there's a desert in Poland? Yes, there actually is. We also have several "deserts" in Germany, but they are all so small, even a toddler would have difficulty getting lost in one of them 😂. Of course Sapkowski was exclusively thinking of this miniature Polish desert when he created the Korath 😂.

[strangepoetrynut]

My Liberation Notes

[hislittleraincloud]

Kayla Alpert, the one who wrote the "Friend or Woe" and "Woe What a Night" is a raging Zionist, having reposted pro-🇮🇱 crap/propaganda on X. (Going strong over this past month, if you don't feel like scrolling too far back where such things exist amongst all of her anti-Trump stuff.)

Just syk.

She's even reposted conspiracy theory about this spring's campus protesters (as well as Tweets mocking them)

✨💡✨

[justmescreamingboutbooks]

I just finished watching “My Liberation Notes”. It has to be one of the best K-dramas I have ever watched. There is so much intimacy, not bodily but emotionally. The character development was immaculate. This is one of those rare series that leaves their effect on you without even knowing. I loved it. No relationship is perfect. No one is perfect in this series and it is so refreshing to watch something so realistic.

It revolves around the life of three siblings and their day-to-day life and how it has exhausted them. All three of them had an impressive growth.

It is a slow burn but so worth it. It is available on Netflix. Do give it a watch. If you expect too much sexual intimacy, then it is not for you (literally, there is only one kiss scene so don't expect something more). For someone who wants to watch something that will make you think, this is worth it.

[xoxo-chika]

Doona?

This was honestly an unexpected watch. Binged all 9 episodes. Thank goodness it wasn't too long. The length of each episode or arc felt perfect; the chaotic scenes, the character and relationship development realistic enough.

Most of the scenes were envying, from the notion that it could one day be possible for anyone who was on the same path or mindset as the characters.

Though the characters' profile were idol, civil work aspirant almost irrelevant to most audience, the feelings hit like waves. The chillness of the kdram was similar to that of My Liberation Notes' and an ominous undertone added to it's unique vibe.

I'm never gonna forget how this series made me feel. I maybe overusing words but I believe it when I say it felt explosive and grounding at the same time. It did.

Ill always be a sucker for sad or opening endings but this time, Suzy's acting... man was it beautiful. I'm a fan now.

[gracie2023]

my top 5 netflix kdramas of 2022:

1. Twenty Five Twenty One

this drama was so heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time; it was a perfect depiction of first love—exciting, thrilling, and sometimes disappointing. i love a kdrama that can make me feel something, and this one definitely did that <3

2. Our Blues

this kdrama met me at a time in my life where i needed the comfort that this show brings; it’s extremely calming and reassuring to see other people struggle and overcome their struggles together. if you’re looking for a touching small town or family kdrama with a little bit of romance and heartache, this is the one for you!

3. My Liberation Notes

to me, although this drama is unusual in that it’s a lot more melancholy and complex than the typical cheerful, carefree kdrama, it was so much more impactful and therapeutic to watch. i loved dissecting Mi-jeong and Mr. Gu’s relationship and seeing it progress as time went on, and the family dynamics portrayed in this show make it so much more realistic for the viewer.

4. Alchemy of Souls

this show was is so action-packed, dramatic, and romantic at the same time!! it’s very exciting and entertaining and it fulfills all of my historical kdrama dreams—but with a modern twist of course. love this show (and it has 2 seasons released in the same year!!)

5. Extraordinary Attorney Woo

such an interesting look into what it’s like to live with autism—the show does a great job of showing both sides of Young-woo’s condition, the fun and hilarious sides, and the more stressful and uncomfortable aspects. in addition to that, it’s an amazing kdrama that is unique and heartwarming! 10/10

[mysharona1987]

People asking: Can Donald Trump run for POTUS from jail? In most states, he can. But apparently New Hampshire says the candidate has to literally be there in person to register as a nominee.

We will finally get that batshit Prison Break finale season we dreamed of.

Or the funniest sitcom in the world.

Barron: You cannot care about being president, Dad. You are doing time.

Donald: The time of my life!

[bookshopsbizarreblog]

Nimona

Oh my gods what a show. I read the graphic novel back in high school, and so I was decently excited when I saw that it was being made into a movie. But I never could have prepared myself for what I just watched.

I was honestly expecting some inoffensive fluff. A fun summer watch with a bit of heart and some generic positive messaging. Maybe a few unexpected twists, but overall just something to fill the void of a day sans classes. And I am so glad I was wrong, because this film is an absolute gem.

Without spoilers, the themes in it ran so much deeper than anything I had even hoped for, to the point where I only recognized some of them from a gender studies class I just finished a week ago. There were literal manifestations of the internally destructive nature of normative social ideologies. There was cultural imperialism's casting of alternative modes of existence as inferior and transgressive. There were dominant narratives and how seeking to change them from within can all too easily get co-opted by pre-existing power structures.

And those are just the things related to a single uni class I just took which were big enough for me to point out.

Not everything in it gets directly addressed, and I wish that there had been more in the film about how class and race can intersect with all of those other dynamics and each other. The knights and their institute are white in both theme and skin tone, while many of the non-nobles have darker skin tones. The primary protagonist is from among them, and his appointment is a major inciting incident in the film. Again, trying to avoid spoiling things, there was a lot of possible set up there which didn't get fully realized. Some nods were made to it later in the film, but it wasn't the primary focus.

But even beyond all of those, there were more political critiques which did come across loud and clear. Chief among them being a rejection of the liberal notion of "removing the bad apples." Nimona is deeply concerned with systemic critiques and even subtly advocating the notion that sometimes systems need to be torn down before equity can be had. Well, I say subtly because initial advocacy for such is deliberately a bit over the top and hyper-destructive, while the ending heavily implies it without outright stating it. But the last "end credits scene" is literally an 'A' in a heart, soooo....

Anyways, I absolutely loved Nimona, and if you like queer themes, chaotic shapeshifters, social deconstruction, progressive messaging, sci-fi knights, gays who remain unburied, or even just gorgeous animation, then you'll probably like it too