Chhichhore (2019) | How Woke Is It?

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What We Think

Chhichhore is refreshingly non-woke in today's cinema landscape. Its focus on relatable struggles and timeless themes, without preaching or social engineering, makes it a rarity these days. Traditional values are respected, not mocked, and the story comes first.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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Chhichhore sticks to a classic underdog, friendship, and growth narrative. Characters are fleshed out for their personalities and quirks, not reduced to identity politics or modern ideological labels. There's really no sign of forced representation or ideological shoehorning, refreshing to see, honestly.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Family, perseverance, and friendship are central, with no effort made to undermine tradition, masculinity, or Indian cultural values. The depiction of fatherhood and intergenerational connection is surprisingly earnest. This film gives a nod to traditional values rather than poking fun at them.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The movie genuinely avoids ideological heavy-handedness. There is no villainizing of traditional perspectives or cartoonish portrayals of dissent. Characters hold differing views on life and failure, making for a believable, pluralistic social dynamic. No ideological monoculture here.

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