The Radical Politics of Final Fantasy VII

As we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Final Fantasy VII in 2022, it's useful to take stock of its radical elements: from its setting that positions Shinra, a mega-corporation, at the top of the geopolitical order, to its principal characters who struggle to liberate themselves from Shinra's yoke. Are these radical elements set dressing? Or is there something more to be said about the game's politics? Let's explore what lies underneath the premise of the original game and Remake. 00:00 Preamble 01:09 Is Final Fantasy VII a Radical, Left-Wing Game? 02:43 Chapter 1: Shinra and the &^#$# 'pizza' 16:07 Chapter 2: A Framework for Avalanche 25:17 Chapter 3: Radical Hearts, Radical Mirrors 27:31 Chapter 4: The Trouble with Barret Wallace 42:03 Chapter 5: People of Midgar 47:12 Chapter 6: The Answer 52:23 Credits Essay (Script) for this video: https://github.com/vikdeadgens/dead-g... Citations and tracks played: https://github.com/vikdeadgens/dead-g... Subtitles: https://github.com/vikdeadgens/dead-g... Follow me on Twitter:   / vikdeadgens   Send inquiries and comments to: vik@deadgenerations.com