Reading Response: Katarzyna Ancuta

The reading focuses on how ghosts are portrayed in Asian horror films. It highlights he failures of modern urbanization and the alienation of urban communal lifestyles. It acknowledges cultural nuances and historical context of the films and their message.
The most interesting part was the social implications of apartment living in Asia. The rapid urbanization and focus on profit maximization led to public housing estates that lack consideration for living quality. Temporariness and disconnection from them resulted in a loss of homeliness and a feeling of isolation among residents. Horror films serve as a critique of this situation, highlighting the loneliness and sense of temporariness that many apartment dwellers experience. The article provides a unique perspective on the failures of modern urbanization and the need to prioritize human needs over global capital.

Muhammad Ghassan Jawwad 3035834802

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  1. Chak Chung says:

    Your response shows a good understanding of the connection between the horror genre and the psychology of urban living in modern Asian cities. Your identification of how ghostliness is conveyed in a temporal and spatial sense is insightful, and I appreciate your analysis of how capitalistic intentions have contributed to this phenomena.

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