The birth process of the iconic weapon of the Japanese army in World War II looks really tangled

Evalyn 2022-04-23 07:02:27

The Zero fighter not only left a deep imprint on the Pacific battlefield, but also was the main factor that caused the long-term one-sided air combat situation in the Chinese battlefield. In the dream of the protagonist at the end of the film, all the Zero fighters flew into the void and none returned. For Japan, it represented the end of generations of hegemonic dreams, but from the perspective of the invaded country, it was watching the enemy. Going to hell, I feel very happy. Watching this film is always full of this kind of entanglement... Although this film has been criticized by the right wing in Japan, it still feels uncomfortable from the perspective of the Chinese, how to treat the history and the future, the differences between China and Japan So serious, it's hard to say whether war can be avoided.
In addition to the war atmosphere that pervades the film from time to time, you can also see the appearance of China today from Japan in that era, crowded trains, toiling people, poor material technology, and extremely poor engines... But in such an environment, A group of technicians, represented by the protagonist, are chasing their dreams madly, hoping to be on par with the world's great powers.
Flying is an eternal theme in Hayao Miyazaki's anime, so the protagonist of this film is also a shadow of him, working hard for the dream of an airplane. But limited by the war situation and personal energy, the protagonist's dream pursuit lasts for ten years, and ten years pass by in a flash. Looking back on all kinds of experiences, it looks like a fairy tale... In particular, the role of the protagonist's wife is a typical representative. She is destined to die, but she firmly chooses love and marriage, realizes her dreams in the most beautiful years, and then turns to leave, leaving only unforgettable memories.

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The Wind Rises quotes

  • Caproni: Inspiration unlocks the future.

  • Caproni: Airplanes are beautiful dreams, engineers turn dreams into reality.