Then my dad deserves to stay in the archive ' 'What makes you think it's good to stay there?' 'Beijè means that one is biographically significant' 'And why, is this good?' 'I want to be significant.' 'Nine significant people out of ten have to do with money or with war
The dialogue suggests a conversation about the idea of legacy and what it means to be considered 'biographically significant.' One character expresses a desire for their father to be acknowledged in this way, implying that staying in the archive is a mark of importance. However, the exchange raises questions about the nature of significance, particularly whether it is inherently good or desirable.
A critical reflection emerges on the concept of significance, highlighting that many individuals who are deemed important are often linked to money or war. This seems to critique the traditional metrics of success and importance, as depicted in Jonathan Safran Foer's book, "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close." The characters grapple with the implications of being remembered for such traits.
