Jojo Rabbit

this is a beautiful movie that gives a great message on indoctrinating children and how people are fundamentally kind instead of evil. upbringing is exactly what causes people to turn out evil but despite that kindness will prevail.  i’ve been lucky enough to never have been in a war myself, and though Jojo rabbit is at times comical it has a phenomenal scene that showcases how horrific war could be for a child. Jojo sees his friends and the important people in his life charge into battle, including children who look even younger than ten, and that shook me to my core. I really admire that shot where Jojo stands in the middle in darker clothing contrasting the uniforms of the children.  I cried immediately when I realized what would happen to Captain K. I knew immediately as they dragged Jojo into the alleyway. I think a valid criticism of this film is how it gives Nazis sympathy, but I do not think Waititi is absolving the Nazis of their crimes at all. A character like Captain K is still human despite being a Nazi and has the littlest bit of kindness that allows Jojo to live.  This is an incredibly emotional movie and I think its message about indoctrination is more relevant than ever with what’s been going on in the world. I hope to believe more people are kind and will let others dance.