Ghost of Tsushima tells a complicated and deeply troubling narrative about revenge, possible avunculicide, and a warrior pushed to commit atrocities in order to protect the people he loves.
Revenge is more than an emotion—it’s an addictive behavior. People get hyped about an epic revenge story or cheer for politicians seeking to 'get even'. This satisfaction of payback is a dangerous craving.
Jafar Panahi's new film reflects his personal prison experiences, highlighting the moral struggles of a man confronted with his traumatic past through a kidnapped torturer.