2025/05/17　第222回例会TOPIC

Topic1 : John M. Chu WINS Best Director for “Wicked
https://youtu.be/yu6kSwMfA6Q?si=BotT8yXxzSVuY8SK
https://youtu.be/6COmYeLsz4c?si=TPWKeEQaMVIFcMeW

Q1. Have you watched the movie Wicked? If not, have you ever heard any reviews or read any articles about this movie?
Q2. This movie is based on a Broadway musical. It’s also associated with a book, The Wizard of Oz, a quite famous story. Do you like watching movies where you already know the story?
Q3. Do you have any tips for watching a long movie in the theater or at home? (Wicked has a running time of 2 hours and 40 minutes)
Q4. The director of this movie was born and raised in the United States. His parents are from Taiwan and China. He emphasized that he has a positive image of the U.S. Do you agree with his message that it is the greatest place where dreams can come true? Please share your opinion about your current image of the USA.


Topic 2 : World Expo 2025 Guide: see the future in Osaka
https://www.jrailpass.com/blog/expo-2025-osaka-kansai

Q1. Have you been to the Osaka Expo? Or are you going to go? If you’ve been to the World Expo in the past, please share your experience. (eg. Aichi Expo, Shanghai Expo etc…)
Q2. There have been a lot of negative rumors, such as unfinished pavilions. Do you usually believe such bad stories from the media?
Q3. There are a lot of volunteer workers in the Expo. Have you ever volunteered in such a big event? If you want to do some volunteer work in the future, please share your idea.
Q4. Over 150 countries are participating in the Osaka Expo. Do you feel over-tourism around you because of this event?