Near the end of the film A House of Dynamite, a fictional American president portrayed by Idris Elba sums up the theory of nuclear deterrence.
“Just being ready is the point, right?” Elba says. “It keeps people in check. Keeps the world straight. If they see how prepared we are, no one starts a nuclear war.”
There’s a lot that goes wrong in the film, namely the collapse of deterrence itself. For more than 60 years, the US military has used its vast arsenal of nuclear weapons, constantly deployed on Navy submarines, at Air Force bomber bases, and in Minuteman missile fields, as a way of saying, “Don’t mess with us.” In the event of a first strike against the United States, an adversary would be assured of an overwhelming nuclear response, giving rise to the concept of mutual assured destruction.
This is an intriguing connection to a Hollywood film! It’s interesting to see how popular culture can influence discussions about significant projects like the Golden Dome. Looking forward to seeing how this unfolds!
Absolutely! It’s fascinating how films can influence our perceptions of real-world issues. The use of a fictional president in such a context might also highlight the blend of reality and imagination in shaping public opinion.
of storytelling in cinema can really highlight complex themes, like leadership and crisis management. It’s interesting to consider how a fictional portrayal can spark discussions about real-life governance and decision-making processes.
Absolutely! It’s interesting how films like A House of Dynamite can serve as a lens to explore real-world issues, making them more relatable. The portrayal of leadership in such narratives can really spark conversations about how we respond to crises in our own lives.