I proposed to my girl when i was 34 and she was diagnosed with breast cancer 3 weeks later... I did everything i could to be a rock and be there for her, went to all the treatments, every dr appointment etc. And it wasn't until about 2 and a half years later when she was still battling the cancer we were told it spread so much there wasn't much more they could do, and it was then i finally broke down... Cried in front of her and could bo longer hold it in... I realized as much as it is important to be a support to loved ones, they also need to be that for you. (For anyone wondering, she did pass away 2 months after that appointment, the kids are both over 18 and in college and have done well, and im still a mess most days, 10 years later)
I thought you were going to talk about lesson on reframing narrative with this one, but MC is so badass it's worth putting the storytelling aside to learn from him
It definitely could be an entire hour long video itself. The way it plays with structure and chronology in order to turn a tragic tale into a mystery/thriller is fantastic. The film is practically 75% just dudes talking while sitting in one spot and it's riveting. A masterpiece.
My experience has taught me that if you teach yourself not to worry about things beyond your control not only will you better control your feelings but you’ll also feel less anxiety in general. If you’re still having trouble, try to visualize something other than the worst case scenario and convince yourself that it is more likely (which it usually is).
I think that the main reason Harakiri (and many other movies made by Masaki Kobayashi) is so underrated was because, like some youtuber I cannot remember said (I can remember him now. His channel name is LowercaseJai. Awesome channel. Awesome videos), he did something that Akira Kurosawa wasn’t fully committed to do: making a strong anti-government critique via his works. Not saying that Kurosawa is bad. Kurosawa is fantastic but most of his works are about personal conflicts and whenever it's political, it's mainly the adaptations of Shakespeare (that’s why international audience love him) but Kobayashi criticized Japanese government strongly. That’s why his work didn’t sell quite well (at least at that time) to the Western audience. Western audience has this misconception that samurais were extremely honorable and wouldn’t descend to corruption like Western politicians and aristocrats. And they actually believe that “Bushido” is what defines Japanese society (despite it was only constructed during Meiji period as a pro-emperor propaganda, which snowballed into horrific war crimes in ww2). That’s why the movie like Last Samurai that portrays samurai in a heroic sense sells so well in the US, in contrast to the movies that portray samurai as corrupt and scummy like Slience (Martin Scorsese film) and Kobayashi films, which later became cult classics. And that’s also why Shogun is such a breath of fresh air for American audience because Shogun portrays samurai as the way they actually were, not some idealistic hero, and the true nature of samurai was best represented by the titular character himself, Lord Toranaga, whom I considered to be one of the best villain protagonists this year alongside the Penguin and Jimmy from Mouthwashing. My take might be wrong. Feel free to disagree but please do it respectfully.
I felt like Harakiri is to the samurai genre what Unforgiven was to the western genre. A complete dressing down and deconstruction of the mythos around these "legendary" heroes and "examples" of chivalry for what they truly were.
Yet another top quality video. Easier said than done but I try remaining patient with myself. Think before doing anything else. My grandpa taught me that the more patient I am with my thoughts feelings and actions. I'll understand myself and perhaps the world more clearly and faster. "Whoever has the most patience. Gets where they're going the fastest."
Hey Mac, a character I recommend you look into is Vash The Stampede from the Anime, Trigun, who is probably the best depiction of a hero who follows the no kill rule. I think he can be a very positive male role model
I proposed to my girl when i was 34 and she was diagnosed with breast cancer 3 weeks later... I did everything i could to be a rock and be there for her, went to all the treatments, every dr appointment etc. And it wasn't until about 2 and a half years later when she was still battling the cancer we were told it spread so much there wasn't much more they could do, and it was then i finally broke down... Cried in front of her and could bo longer hold it in... I realized as much as it is important to be a support to loved ones, they also need to be that for you.
(For anyone wondering, she did pass away 2 months after that appointment, the kids are both over 18 and in college and have done well, and im still a mess most days, 10 years later)
Stay strong, brother.
@Eiahtx thanks man. I appreciate it
Literally the first takeaway I got from watching this film for the first time was how Tsugumo was peak masculinity. Nice to be validated.
I thought you were going to talk about lesson on reframing narrative with this one, but MC is so badass it's worth putting the storytelling aside to learn from him
It definitely could be an entire hour long video itself. The way it plays with structure and chronology in order to turn a tragic tale into a mystery/thriller is fantastic. The film is practically 75% just dudes talking while sitting in one spot and it's riveting. A masterpiece.
My experience has taught me that if you teach yourself not to worry about things beyond your control not only will you better control your feelings but you’ll also feel less anxiety in general. If you’re still having trouble, try to visualize something other than the worst case scenario and convince yourself that it is more likely (which it usually is).
I think that the main reason Harakiri (and many other movies made by Masaki Kobayashi) is so underrated was because, like some youtuber I cannot remember said (I can remember him now. His channel name is LowercaseJai. Awesome channel. Awesome videos), he did something that Akira Kurosawa wasn’t fully committed to do: making a strong anti-government critique via his works.
Not saying that Kurosawa is bad. Kurosawa is fantastic but most of his works are about personal conflicts and whenever it's political, it's mainly the adaptations of Shakespeare (that’s why international audience love him) but Kobayashi criticized Japanese government strongly. That’s why his work didn’t sell quite well (at least at that time) to the Western audience.
Western audience has this misconception that samurais were extremely honorable and wouldn’t descend to corruption like Western politicians and aristocrats. And they actually believe that “Bushido” is what defines Japanese society (despite it was only constructed during Meiji period as a pro-emperor propaganda, which snowballed into horrific war crimes in ww2).
That’s why the movie like Last Samurai that portrays samurai in a heroic sense sells so well in the US, in contrast to the movies that portray samurai as corrupt and scummy like Slience (Martin Scorsese film) and Kobayashi films, which later became cult classics.
And that’s also why Shogun is such a breath of fresh air for American audience because Shogun portrays samurai as the way they actually were, not some idealistic hero, and the true nature of samurai was best represented by the titular character himself, Lord Toranaga, whom I considered to be one of the best villain protagonists this year alongside the Penguin and Jimmy from Mouthwashing.
My take might be wrong. Feel free to disagree but please do it respectfully.
Lets gooo! I absolutely love this movie and haven't seen much analysis on it. Great stuft as always
I felt like Harakiri is to the samurai genre what Unforgiven was to the western genre. A complete dressing down and deconstruction of the mythos around these "legendary" heroes and "examples" of chivalry for what they truly were.
The final duel in this movie is so damn good
ok man i'm gonna go watch it and come back after this intro
Yet another top quality video. Easier said than done but I try remaining patient with myself. Think before doing anything else. My grandpa taught me that the more patient I am with my thoughts feelings and actions. I'll understand myself and perhaps the world more clearly and faster. "Whoever has the most patience. Gets where they're going the fastest."
Was not expecting a 60s black and white Samurai film to echo themes so relevant today. I guess they just don’t make ‘em like they used to.
Hey Mac, a character I recommend you look into is Vash The Stampede from the Anime, Trigun, who is probably the best depiction of a hero who follows the no kill rule. I think he can be a very positive male role model
Vash is a really cool guy. I'd also recommend Thorfin in season 2 of Vinland Saga
Vash was my role model growing up. Goofball, kind to all, absolute badass, took pain for others to a fault. amazing show.
One of the top male role models in media is Giles from Buffy
It's a good day when Macabre uploads.
I can't wait for the day we get one of these videos about Aragorn
3:25 Widow(er)*
Literally the only correction I have for this
Holy shit! I forgot i was subbed to your channel! Hell yeah!
I love this series. I don’t know if I need it, but I know a lot of folks do
Macabresolutely Fabulous!
Loved it. Still awaiting six feet under essay.
HELL YEAH Harakiri is PEAK I want everyone to watch this film please
1:53 modern "stoicism" is completely divorced from Stoicism, so much so I feel like it was made up by hedonists to denigrate actual Stoicism
Interesting ❤
Kinda reminds me of Kratos at the beginning of GOW testing Atreus's anger. Anger can be a useful tool, but only if you can control it.
Been waiting for another one of these, loved the Roadhouse one
I love the original and remake.
WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN!!!!!!
@@Cheatcoe vibing
Kept us waiting huh?
next lesson in manhood video you can talk about thors or thorfinn from vinland saga
Babe... Kino just dropped
This is a great movie
Is this film a western yet?
Emotional control isn't characteristic of men, unless you consider women to be like children
@@reginaphalange9417 which a lot of “traditional” men do lol
@MacabreStorytelling yes, wrongly
@MacabreStorytelling yes, wrongly
No, you're based. (Small smile, slightly watery eyes.)
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