John Talks Weaponised Nostalgia

The video discusses the pervasive use of nostalgia in modern media, driven by capitalism's focus on profit over innovation. It critiques the trend of nostalgia-driven content, particularly in franchises like Marvel and Star Wars, and highlights the impact of corporate influence on artistic integrity. The speaker expresses fatigue from the constant bombardment of nostalgic references and emphasizes the need for original storytelling.

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