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As we all know, America planned to invade Japan in WW2 but the atomic bombs prevented that. Now, what if we didn't have that option and the battle for Japan is occurs. Would this make an interesting premise for a quasi fictional war film?
I just wanted to mention that Mike made an interesting statement. He suggests this movie be "from the perspective of a 12-year-old Japanese boy, watching as his country is prepared for and then destroyed by war."
Very interesting premise. In addition to that, the film could also include the perspective of a weary Marine or soldier, that would be quite tragic considering he just wants to go home.
I wouldn't want the premise of the story to be some action packed thirller or shallow war film but not some sensitive flic either.
I'd throw political correctness out the window and show the brutality that would follow. Afterall, it would be one tough mother****ing battle. No doubt, the Japanese were hardcore.
There would definitely have to be action but what would make the story more interesting and deep would the suspense. How is the upcoming terror, from both sides, experienced? Anticipated? I
This would be a complicated story. Multiple themes and serious s*** to explore.
I just wanted to mention that Mike made an interesting statement. He suggests this movie be "from the perspective of a 12-year-old Japanese boy, watching as his country is prepared for and then destroyed by war."
Very interesting premise. In addition to that, the film could also include the perspective of a weary Marine or soldier, that would be quite tragic considering he just wants to go home.
I wouldn't want the premise of the story to be some action packed thirller or shallow war film but not some sensitive flic either.
I'd throw political correctness out the window and show the brutality that would follow. Afterall, it would be one tough mother****ing battle. No doubt, the Japanese were hardcore.
There would definitely have to be action but what would make the story more interesting and deep would be the suspense. How is the upcoming terror, from both sides, experienced? Anticipated? I
This would be a complicated story. Multiple themes and serious s*** to explore.
Answer
Yes it would, but at the same time there needs to be care about how it's executed.
The Japanese brainwashed their people during WW2. They told their civilians, "The Americans are barbarians who will annihilate the Japanese race off the face of the earth. Everyone fights, everyone dies." They armed their civilians with weapons, and when they ran out of guns they gave them bamboo spears. They gave kids backpack bombs and told them that when the American tanks came, to run under the treads. The invasion of Japan would have been a terrible massacre.
How would you portray that as a movie? If you show too many civilians getting blown to bits, it's no better than an exploitation film. It's not really a standard military movie either, because you're not just fighting an army in a country; you're fighting the entire country itself.
I can see a lot of good themes coming out of the movie, however. Examples could include duty, patriotism, fanaticism, honor, and the value of life.
Personally, if I had to do the film, I would do it from the perspective of a 12-year-old Japanese boy, watching as his country is prepared for and then destroyed by war. It would be similar to the film Letters from Iwo Jima, but probably far more disturbing, as it's kids that are getting killed, not soldiers (That's the problem with having a draft - all the soldiers are elsewhere when your homeland gets invaded! That's also why Germany sent the Boy Scouts to war when the Allies invaded; they didn't have anyone left).
It would be interesting, to say the least. It definitely wouldn't be a straight action-packed thriller, though.
Mike
Yes it would, but at the same time there needs to be care about how it's executed.
The Japanese brainwashed their people during WW2. They told their civilians, "The Americans are barbarians who will annihilate the Japanese race off the face of the earth. Everyone fights, everyone dies." They armed their civilians with weapons, and when they ran out of guns they gave them bamboo spears. They gave kids backpack bombs and told them that when the American tanks came, to run under the treads. The invasion of Japan would have been a terrible massacre.
How would you portray that as a movie? If you show too many civilians getting blown to bits, it's no better than an exploitation film. It's not really a standard military movie either, because you're not just fighting an army in a country; you're fighting the entire country itself.
I can see a lot of good themes coming out of the movie, however. Examples could include duty, patriotism, fanaticism, honor, and the value of life.
Personally, if I had to do the film, I would do it from the perspective of a 12-year-old Japanese boy, watching as his country is prepared for and then destroyed by war. It would be similar to the film Letters from Iwo Jima, but probably far more disturbing, as it's kids that are getting killed, not soldiers (That's the problem with having a draft - all the soldiers are elsewhere when your homeland gets invaded! That's also why Germany sent the Boy Scouts to war when the Allies invaded; they didn't have anyone left).
It would be interesting, to say the least. It definitely wouldn't be a straight action-packed thriller, though.
Mike
the best japanese study abroad and scholarship?
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I am only 13 and I am in the 9th grade.
I have been obsessed with japan since I was 5 yrs old, my mom and I want to know a good scholarship and program of study abroad (japan).
I know you have to be at least 14yrs old and you need 2 years of the Japanese language, but do you know any? any suggestions? advice? Please! I study Japanese everyday :O
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First: ask yourself if you want to spend a year or two going to a school in Japan. While you might love what you have seen and read, you might find yourself in a very different situation than you imagined. It would be like someone in Japan reading about the Wild West and coming to America expecting to live on a ranch in Texas, but ending up in a loft in New York.
Second: consider the fact that many of your school credits may not transfer when you return, leaving you with a wonderful education, but a year or two behind your peers academically.
Third: I am glad you have studied the language some, but are you ready for the culture shock of total immersion, not to mention dealing with the the language barrier. Think math is difficult now? Try learning how to read all the kanji for the letters, and then learning the names. Even before you try to cover the concepts in Japanese.
I would recommend looking for a sister city program in your town or one close by. Usually every other year a group will travel to Japan for a week or so, often with a relatively low price tag. You can also consider hosting a student in return, giving you some penpals. This will give you some great exposure to the country, without a huge time and monetary commitment. This will also give you some additional time to study the language, not to mention some "street cred" when you apply for a study abroad program.
Some church groups also go to Japan to visit "Sister Churches", does yours?
If you find you really enjoyed your visit and have only whetted your appetite then talk to the administration and ask them if your school has any connection to one in Japan, or if any nearby school districts have one. Some large school districts have student swap or other study abroad programs. Contact the closest Japanese Embassy or consulate (Google it) and ask them if they have any information they can send you.
Some of your Japanese friends may find something in their schools in Japan. (Several high academic private schools bring foreign students over to "study" as a sign of how international they are, giving their students a chance to interact with someone they never would have otherwise.)
Finally look into private Japanese schools that are willing to take on foreign high school students. They may have links to scholarships that will help defray the costs to your family. (Also GET A JOB to save up money yourself right now.)
Scholastic route not working? Save the money you make from your job and go for a summer after you graduate from high school. Here again look for programs that will allow you to stay with Japanese families for free or at low cost.
Feeling really adventurous? Bring a backpack, good hiking boots, and a tent and hike through rural Japan. (I did that over a summer break.)
Do you study martial arts? If you are really good you may be able to find a dojo that will take you on as a student, but expect to pay a lot for food, lodging, Gi's, training, etc.
Still not going well? Study your butt off through High School and College, then get paid to go over as a Japanese Exchange and Teaching (J.E.T. Program) employee. Look for flyers in college, call the embassy, google it, a lot of people spend one to three years teaching in this government program. (As a strong F.Y.I., DO NOT get hired by a private school over the internet. Several of my J.E.T. colleagues spent three years teaching at the schools, and were then hired by the private schools to do the same. You get a much higher salary, better contract, better students, and are less likely to be scammed than if you simply find a website and apply to work at the private english teaching schools.)
Still no luck? Go to the international student center of your local college, meet a Japanese national, marry them, and go off to the land of the rising sun with your new spouse. ;) Just kidding.
First: ask yourself if you want to spend a year or two going to a school in Japan. While you might love what you have seen and read, you might find yourself in a very different situation than you imagined. It would be like someone in Japan reading about the Wild West and coming to America expecting to live on a ranch in Texas, but ending up in a loft in New York.
Second: consider the fact that many of your school credits may not transfer when you return, leaving you with a wonderful education, but a year or two behind your peers academically.
Third: I am glad you have studied the language some, but are you ready for the culture shock of total immersion, not to mention dealing with the the language barrier. Think math is difficult now? Try learning how to read all the kanji for the letters, and then learning the names. Even before you try to cover the concepts in Japanese.
I would recommend looking for a sister city program in your town or one close by. Usually every other year a group will travel to Japan for a week or so, often with a relatively low price tag. You can also consider hosting a student in return, giving you some penpals. This will give you some great exposure to the country, without a huge time and monetary commitment. This will also give you some additional time to study the language, not to mention some "street cred" when you apply for a study abroad program.
Some church groups also go to Japan to visit "Sister Churches", does yours?
If you find you really enjoyed your visit and have only whetted your appetite then talk to the administration and ask them if your school has any connection to one in Japan, or if any nearby school districts have one. Some large school districts have student swap or other study abroad programs. Contact the closest Japanese Embassy or consulate (Google it) and ask them if they have any information they can send you.
Some of your Japanese friends may find something in their schools in Japan. (Several high academic private schools bring foreign students over to "study" as a sign of how international they are, giving their students a chance to interact with someone they never would have otherwise.)
Finally look into private Japanese schools that are willing to take on foreign high school students. They may have links to scholarships that will help defray the costs to your family. (Also GET A JOB to save up money yourself right now.)
Scholastic route not working? Save the money you make from your job and go for a summer after you graduate from high school. Here again look for programs that will allow you to stay with Japanese families for free or at low cost.
Feeling really adventurous? Bring a backpack, good hiking boots, and a tent and hike through rural Japan. (I did that over a summer break.)
Do you study martial arts? If you are really good you may be able to find a dojo that will take you on as a student, but expect to pay a lot for food, lodging, Gi's, training, etc.
Still not going well? Study your butt off through High School and College, then get paid to go over as a Japanese Exchange and Teaching (J.E.T. Program) employee. Look for flyers in college, call the embassy, google it, a lot of people spend one to three years teaching in this government program. (As a strong F.Y.I., DO NOT get hired by a private school over the internet. Several of my J.E.T. colleagues spent three years teaching at the schools, and were then hired by the private schools to do the same. You get a much higher salary, better contract, better students, and are less likely to be scammed than if you simply find a website and apply to work at the private english teaching schools.)
Still no luck? Go to the international student center of your local college, meet a Japanese national, marry them, and go off to the land of the rising sun with your new spouse. ;) Just kidding.
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