In This Corner of the World (2016) | How Woke Is It?

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In This Corner of the World2016

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What We Think

"In This Corner of the World" offers a sensitive, grounded narrative rooted in history and tradition, steering clear of contemporary woke trappings. It respects its setting and characters, refreshingly non-woke by today's industry standards.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film's focus is on an ordinary woman's struggles during WWII, with character development driven by historical context rather than modern identity politics. It maintains historical accuracy and avoids prioritizing ideology over narrative depth.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional Japanese values of family, perseverance, and honor are portrayed respectfully. There’s little evidence of undermining religious, familial, or moral foundations; if anything, the film highlights their importance.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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While the film doesn’t really debate alternative worldviews, it avoids pushing modern ideological assumptions or mocking traditional perspectives. Any social commentary fits the historical setting and isn’t used to villainize alternative stances.

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