In 2003, “The Corporation” scrutinized corporations’ pervasive influence on society. Watching this documentary with my then-housemates quickly became a guiding … More
Category: Media
Taking on the Nuclear Nightmare in Black Mirror’s ‘Demon 79’ (2023)
Black Mirror has always been a series that provokes thought, often leaving viewers in a state of introspection about the … More
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
‘Fallout’ (2024) — Atomic Age Dystopia, Reimagined
Amazon’s Fallout plunges viewers into a harrowing vision of Los Angeles, transformed by nuclear catastrophe into a desolate wasteland where … 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
“Atomic Awakening: A New Look at the History and Future of Nuclear Power” by James Mahaffey (2010)
“Atomic Awakening: A New Look at the History and Future of Nuclear Power” by James Mahaffey stands as a vital … 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
Advocating for Nuclear Power in ‘Nuclear Now’ (2023)
Oliver Stone’s “Nuclear Now” compellingly explores nuclear energy’s potential as a formidable solution to the pressing issue of climate change. … More
‘Pandora’s Promise’ (2013) and the Nuclear Debate
“Pandora’s Promise,” a documentary that premiered in 2013 and runs for a concise 87 minutes, delves into the contentious world … More
Ángel Rafael Vázquez-Concepción 