Foreign Perspectives with Oliver Jia

A Farewell to Physical Games

Sony's decision to end production of PlayStation 5 discs in 2028 will have horrible consequences.

Jul 5 • Oliver Jia

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June 2026

'Spider-Noir' is The Best Spider-Man in Years

Nicolas Cage plays it Bogart in this gorgeous tribute to film noir and the web-slinger.

Jun 26 • Oliver Jia

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April 2026

Why Adapting Mario Into Film Is So Difficult

The gamiest of video games doesn’t make for the most cinematic of movies.

Apr 28 • Oliver Jia

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The Kyoto Aquarium and Pensive Reminiscences

Remembering the past and contemplating the future.

Apr 19 • Oliver Jia

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'Rental Family' Gets Japan Right

I was completely wrong about this moving drama starring Brendan Fraser.

Apr 6 • Oliver Jia

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March 2026

'The Sound of Music' Sings Strong Over 60 Years On

Or how I learned to stop worrying and love my favorite things.

Mar 10 • Oliver Jia

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February 2026

'Exit 8' is Unexpectedly One of the Best Video Game Movies

This is not an exit.

Feb 21 • Oliver Jia

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is Fun Without Innovation

The Big N's new console is a serviceable update, but it's their least creative hardware yet.

Feb 12 • Oliver Jia

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December 2025

2025 in Review

Looking back on personal achievements, my best writing, and the media I enjoyed this year.

Dec 31, 2025 • Oliver Jia

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November 2025

Farewell to Tatsuya Nakadai (1932-2025)

The end of an era for Japanese cinema.

Nov 19, 2025 • Oliver Jia

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Why Fake News About Japan is Spreading

From political agendas to language barriers, there is no shortage of misinformation around the Land of the Rising Sun.

Nov 3, 2025 • Oliver Jia

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September 2025

9/11 and Historical Memory

Visiting the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is something all should experience.

Sep 11, 2025 • Oliver Jia

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