The discussion critiques the movie centered around the 2012 doomsday myth, arguing that it is based on misunderstandings rather than legitimate concerns, similar to the Y2K scare. Participants express disbelief that people take the 2012 concept seriously, emphasizing that it stems from a misinterpretation of a calendar rather than a real prediction of an apocalypse. The conversation highlights the film's lack of depth, describing it as a generic disaster movie that only briefly references the myth. There is also a commentary on the motivations behind such films, suggesting they are often funded by companies selling survival products, paralleling the Y2K panic. The participants reflect on their changing attitudes toward movies, noting a decline in quality and a preference for more substantive storytelling. Overall, the thread underscores a skepticism towards the cultural fascination with apocalyptic narratives and the absurdity of the myths surrounding them.
we may have another month to go.
