Activist Quote by David Edelstein
“If I had to catalog all the moronic plot turns in The Day After Tomorrow, we'd be here until the next ice age. It's just so very bad. You can have a pretty good time snickering at it-unless, like me, you think there's something to this global warming thing, and you shudder at the irony of a movie meant to warn people about a dangerous environmental trend that completely discredits it. Is it possible that the film is a plot to make environmental activists look as wacko as anti-environmentalists always claim they are?”
About This Quote
The movie’s plot is so absurd that it undermines its own warning about climate change, possibly serving as a distraction for activists.
In simple terms: Bad storytelling can sabotage its message, making it seem like a joke.
Key Takeaway
Critically assess media messages before accepting them.
Themes
media criticism
climate change
irony
propaganda
Mood
cynical
thoughtful
skeptical
Type
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- movie reviews
- political satire
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Narrative analysis
skepticism
activism
environmental communication
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do filmmakers have when addressing serious issues?
- How can audiences discern satire from misinformation?
A Different Perspective
The critique may overgeneralize the film’s intent without considering artistic choices.
![“Some kinds of activists are more willing to try stuff out, see if works and think on their feet, but some of the people who are working on [change] find that very difficult: They've been schooled into thinking you have to come up with the perfect plan in advance. It has become a bit technocratic.” quote by Duncan Green](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d17/duncan-green-20105_activist_some-kinds-of-activists-are-more-willing_57391.jpg)
