Slaves Can't Build Pyramids: After Viewing the Bridge on the River Kwai

Clementina 2022-03-19 09:01:03

Sir, there is no civilization here. Well, just right here to introduce civilization.

Funny movie. Benedict said in "The Chrysanthemum and the Knife" that the Japanese have a characteristic that they do not surrender easily, and once they surrender, they will be completely loyal to the new collective. Nixon matter is loyal to civilization. He did not surrender to the barbarians. He claimed to have transformed the Japanese with the so-called gentlemen of the British nation, legal and civilized. He succeeded! In the absolutely authoritarian environment of the Japanese prisoner of war camp, the British actually won the power of prisoners of war. With the contract already made, the British fulfilled their word. Even Nixon himself treasoned and sacrificed for the contract. Nixon did build the Bridge on the River Kwai like leaders - they worked as free men (fighters) rather than slaves. "Slaves can't build pyramids." This kind of contract spirit is noble and outdated. Under the war, "everyone is crazy", it seems absurd. General comment: The movie is a bit long, with some light comedy condiments. This may not be a repeat of history either. But there is something worth remembering. 【January 9th】

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The Bridge on the River Kwai quotes

  • Colonel Nicholson: [recognizes Shears] You?

    Major Shears: [lunges at Nicholson] You!

  • Lieutenant Joyce: I'm sorry, Sir. I thought you were the enemy.

    Commander Shears: Well, I'm an American, if that's what you mean.