Dear Comrade (2019) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

25%

Dear Comrade2019

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What We Think

Dear Comrade keeps its messaging grounded in personal struggle rather than ideology. It embraces traditional themes and values character development over checkbox representation, a refreshing change from typical Hollywood fare. Not much 'woke' here.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The story focuses on a male lead grappling with anger and self-destruction, while the female lead is given agency but not at the cost of realism. Representation seems organic, character arcs are nuanced, and identity themes don't feel forced. The film values personal growth over political messaging, keeping the core narrative mostly intact.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

Traditional values like family, love, and personal struggle are depicted respectfully. Masculinity is critiqued but not outright mocked, and feminine strength is shown as complementary rather than replacement. There's little evidence of heavy-handed revisionism or attacks on religion or tradition.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

Alternative perspectives are present. Characters do struggle with modern issues like workplace harassment, but dissenting or traditional voices aren't simply caricatured or villainized. There is clear moral debate and pluralism throughout the film.

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