In the Valley of Elah (2007) | How Woke Is It?

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In the Valley of Elah2007

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What We Think

A somber critique of war and institutions, 'In the Valley of Elah' focuses more on exposing flaws than offering nuanced perspectives or balanced representation. While not as overtly woke as modern blockbusters, the film still delivers a heavy-handed ideological slant.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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The film largely maintains narrative focus, but leans into highlighting the failures of the Iraq War and the U.S. military. Identity factors aren't overly forced, but the ideological framing sometimes overtakes nuanced character development.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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In our view, traditional institutions like the military and family are portrayed as troubled, with masculinity often associated with trauma or dysfunction. There’s a sobering, critical look at these foundations, but not much positive reaffirmation.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The film presents a fairly one-sided critique, with little room for alternative or traditional interpretations of patriotism, heroism, or family. Most dissenting perspectives are either dismissed or vilified by implication.

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