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Of industrialism, militarism and other stuff

What was used to be duty, surveillance and reaching out, it has become insubordinate, fight for justice and plead for acceptance. One of the many themes were industrialism and militarism. These were the two elements that created conflict in the harmonious life of the native people. It happens in real life too. Think of deforestation for dam construction and palm oil plantation. Do you think the natives are not spared from involuntary relocation? That's why some quarters in the west are opposing and boycotting palm oil products.

On the other hand, that's nothing wrong if you stand out to fight for fairness and preventing the wealth to be taken away, even at the cost of rebelling against your own group. After all, Jesus did pay a high cost on the cross.

Again, with military advancement, wrongful decision can lead to catastrophic destruction of the habitat and even culture. That's where the birth of terrorism. Worst case when the technology is being sold without a trace.

The subliminal theme - who will drive your decision? Will you let your own conscience to be the driver or have faith in the unseen Almighty?

Commercial wise, by far this movie has the best visual effect. Most of the scenes are aptly matched with the music score. Watch it in 3D better still. The down side could be a predictable storyline.

End note: Just realized this is the 400th entry of the blog. Thanks for reading.

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