The Japanese Fictional Industry has always fascinated viewers with its theatricals (whether they are based on fiction or real events!!). Though we have watched countless anime, Studio Ghibli’s rare animations and pensive storylines have always captivated us to the core!! Likewise, if we talk about Hollywood, Christopher Nolan’s modern cinematic masterpieces always intrigue fans with their ideology!!
Moreover, Hayayo Miyazaki and Christopher Nolan are two directors who love to work with their infatuation with unifying themes. So, today, we are going to discuss two esteemed stage dramas!!
The Wind Rises and Oppenheimer are marvels that delve into the lives of two prominent historical figures. Jiro Horikoshi’s obsession with science has delivered huge impacts on his respective nation, while J. Robert Oppenheimer’s enthusiasm for creating instruments for war has reshaped the entire globe. The stark contrast in their approaches raises intriguing ethical and moral questions.
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The Wind Rises: When Dreams Meet Skies!!
Before resonating with both artworks, let’s delve into the world of aircraft engineers. They were supposed to build planes for war!! However, Jiro Horikoshi, the protagonist of the movie, dreams of being an aircraft engineer because of his long-lost dream.
Following up, Hayayo Miyazaki’s brilliant act depicts Jiro’s life, who went through many ups and downs to become an aeronautical engineer. Though these warplanes were assigned in WWII, the narrative showcases a dreamer’s world, where Jiro discussed his enthusiasm for creating planes!!
Sculpturing Modern Aircraft with Dreams of Endless Innovations!
While the unifying theme of both movies is obsession, Jiro’s pursuit of creating absurd planes in an old era counters his impact in WWII!! Moreover, the movie unveils Jiro’s love life and his inability to walk away from pursuing his dream. Jiro created the Mitsubishi A6M0, a unique design that even thunderstruck the imperial army.
Who has seen the wind? Neither I nor you: But when the leaves hang trembling, The wind is passing through.
Jiro Horikoshi
Jiro is a complex character who prioritizes his dream against commands from the imperial government. His struggle to balance his passion for creating innovative planes with the knowledge that they will be used as warplanes in the upcoming years is a testament to his character. Despite this, he places the blame for the catastrophe on his superiors, a decision that raises interesting ethical questions.
Oppenheimer: From Theoretical Physics to The Atomic Visionary!!
Cristopher Nolan created a masterpiece based on the father of the Atomic Bomb, and as usual, it was staggering from start to end. Moreover, the cast was an absolute banger. However, if discussing Oppenheimer’s role along with Jiro Horikoshi, Oppenheimer was a mere physicist who later became a hot shot in the Manhattan Project.
Like Horikoshi, Oppenheimer was driven by his curiosity and ambition to create a voracious instrument for war!! As his creation led to immense devastation in WWII, Oppenheimer faced many dilemmas for creating such a monstrous weapon and using it against Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Now I Am Become Death, The Destroyer Of Worlds
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Unveiling and Reshaping a Country’s Fate
Though the governments assigned him to lead the Manhattan Project, the moral ethics of war centered Oppenheimer as a main antagonist in his own country! Christopher Nolan’s artwork depicts the professional life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, who contributed to the development of nuclear weapons. While Oppenheimer faced his members against him, Jiro was appreciated all over Japan for designing significant aircraft!!
Oppenheimer’s contributions to nuclear physics and warhead developments were not just significant, they were world-changing. His work reshaped the country and the world, leaving a lasting impact that is still felt today.
Conclusion
The Wind Rises and Oppenheimer focus on historical events and their phobia of developing worlds into a new phase!! However, their obsession with inventing astonishing machines did impact the world in different ways!! What’s your opinion on Jiro Horikoshi’s concept, which changed Japan’s modern aviation, or J. Robert Oppenheimer, who helped the USA to develop vast Nuclear was arsenal!! Also, read our article on Studio Ghibli’s epic creation “The Boy and The Heron.”
Do watch Jiro Horikoshi’s epic saga of inventing war planes on Netflix!!
