Fist of Fury centers on personal vengeance and national pride, with characters rooted in cultural authenticity. There's no sign of forced representation or identity-first casting. The protagonist, played by Bruce Lee, faces hardship and consequence, showing real character growth, not invincibility. Story is driven by narrative, not modern ideological priorities.

The film upholds values such as honor, family, and traditional martial discipline. Masculinity is celebrated, and there's no undermining of religion, family, or heritage. Instead, it leans into traditional roles and cultural identity with zero interest in rewriting historical or social traditions to fit modern ideological trends.

The primary conflict is cultural: Chinese vs. Japanese, with themes of resistance to oppression. While it frames outsiders as antagonists, it doesn't peddle any modern ideological uniformity. Traditional perspectives are central, and there's no agenda promoting contemporary woke ideas or villainizing alternative views.