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Netflix’s Ragnarok and the Problem with Forced Diversity: The Case of Iman Reza

Now, before you all criticise me for the title — hear me out. Let’s touch base with the basic premise of this Netflix show: it’s a retelling of  Norse mythology , set in a modern Norwegian town called Edda. It's not your typical Marvel's glossy, over-the-top production — this one is slower and more atmospheric. The series has some really cool shots; however, the first season is slow-paced, as it takes time to set the stage, introducing characters, building the myth, and layering in environmental themes. Keep in mind that for some, it might feel like a bit of a snooze fest, but if it’s something you enjoy, it’s worth watching. *SPOILER ALERT *  Within the first episode, our beloved 30-minutes-of-screen-time character is dead. Magne’s almost-best friend is killed.  That’s the spark that lights a slow-burning avalanche of vengeance and events, all crawling toward a larger mythic showdown. Magne, our teenage lead, learns he is the reincarnation of Thor and...
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