Black Mirror has always been a series that provokes thought, often leaving viewers in a state of introspection about the … More
Category: history
A Puerto Rican Perspective on Alex Garland’s “Civil War” (2024)
Alex Garland’s “Civil War” emerges not merely as a cinematic exploration but as a poignant reflection on the historical shadows … More
Reflections on the film “A Cruel Wind Blows” (2019) and my experience in Kazakhstan as part of the Art in Embassies program of the US Department of State in Astana and Almaty in 2023
“A Cruel Wind Blows” is a documentary that delves into a lesser-known aspect of Soviet history, shedding light on the … More
“Threads” (1984)
Released in 1984, “Threads” was a powerful reminder of the dangers of nuclear war during the Cold War era. It … More
Benjamin Labatut’s “When We Cease to Understand the World” (2021)
Benjamin Labatut’s novel “When We Cease to Understand the World” presents a stark, almost disturbing portrait of the brilliant minds … More
“Strange Glow: The Story of Radiation” by Timothy J. Jorgensen (2016)
“Strange Glow: The Story of Radiation” by Timothy J. Jorgensen is a masterful exploration of one of the most enigmatic … More
Ángel Rafael Vázquez-Concepción 