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We listen and we don't judge: fanfic edition

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south korean director when looking for cast for the role of a female lead who has Identity Crisis Shin Hae Sun

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i dare y’all to give a criticism of a book you like

grrm writes female characters with impressive complexity and depth, some of the most compelling in the genre, yet his narrative ultimately affords greater compassion to male characters (ie jaime getting a redemption arc when cersei doesn't)

I think Sasuke and Sakura are the most misunderstood. Unlike many straightforward characters they are written as complex, realistic individuals. Because of this complexity, they occasionally say or do things that appear problematic on the surface (granted it’s also heavily due to them being main cast with more panel time that show their flaws). I think Naruto fans originated the agenda reading trend. Like majority of readers always focused on low moments for characters they hate judging them harshly and overlooking the scenes where they reflect on their actions or where the deeper motivations behind their behavior become clear. Sasuke and Sakura being one of the most nuanced characters in the work fall victim to this way of reading the most. Take Sakura, for example. It seems unfair to define her entire character by the moments when she behaved immaturely, was mean, or acted selfishly especially when there are far more instances showing her kindness and willingness to sacrifice for others. The same goes for reading Sasuke. Many readers question why Naruto and Sakura care so deeply about him, reducing him to an emo boy who didn’t care about them. This interpretation tends to ignore the context and backstory behind his cold demeanor, the moments when he showed genuine kindness that affected them, and the several times he was prepared to risk his life for their sake. Highlighting only the times when he hurt them while ignoring the emotional conflict beneath his actions misses the point of his characterization. Sasuke often suppresses his feelings, but as readers we can see that has inner thoughts (and actions) that contradict the harsh exterior he presents. When he is in a clear and stable state of mind, it is clear as day that he does care. Kishimoto leveled up his writing when he decided to add these two to the story but unfortunately the previous version’s demographic stayed with him.