Finding Optimism in Big Hero 6: A Reflection

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The discussion revolves around the film "Big Hero 6," focusing on its themes of optimism about the future and its portrayal of scientific development. Participants compare it to other films, particularly "Interstellar," and express their personal opinions on its merits and shortcomings.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant argues that "Big Hero 6" presents a needed optimism about the future and a realistic depiction of science development, contrasting it with "Doctor Who."
  • Another participant expresses a preference for "Big Hero 6," noting that children enjoyed it more than "Interstellar."
  • There is a mention of "Big Hero 6" outperforming "Interstellar" at the box office, which some participants view as significant.
  • One participant expresses skepticism about box office statistics, citing a negative opinion of "Guardians of the Galaxy" despite its financial success.
  • A concern is raised about the portrayal of Hero's nanobots, questioning the necessity of college given their capabilities, and noting changes from the original comics that may upset Marvel fans.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing opinions on the quality of "Big Hero 6" compared to "Interstellar," with no consensus on which film is superior. There are also mixed feelings about box office success as a measure of quality.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about audience understanding of scientific concepts and the implications of character abilities are not fully explored. The discussion reflects personal preferences and subjective interpretations of the films.

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In reference to sarcasm in another thread, no it is NOT as good as Interstellar. But it was a quite good film for the most part. It actually shares the optimism about the future that is much needed lately, as well as a fairly realistic picture of what science development is like. (Compared to Dr Who, which lately seems to have learned physics from Harry Potter.)

I liked the floating wind turbines above San Frantokyo, but I couldn't help wondering what fraction of the public would understand what they were supposed to be.

The only big problem for me: Hero's nanobots were so powerful at the beginning that I couldn't help wondering what he even needed to go to college for. It seems they also made some rather huge changed from the comics, so Marvel fans might not be happy.
 
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Algr said:
In reference to sarcasm in another thread, no it is NOT as good as Interstellar.
Well, that's YOUR opinion. Personally, I and all of the other 7 year olds there liked it better.
 
I don't put any stock in that kind of stat. Guardians of the Galaxy got huge $$$ the first weekend and I thought it was really bad.
 

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