Lantana (2001) | How Woke Is It?

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Lantana is refreshingly non-woke, prioritizing adult drama and character depth over modern ideological checklists. Its realistic depiction of relationships and nuanced moral landscape make it a rare find these days.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Lantana remains focused on its mature, realistic characters and their interpersonal struggles, rather than shoehorning identity politics or forced diversity. The cast and plot are driven by relatable human flaws and emotions, not checklists. There is little evidence of narrative compromise for the sake of ideology.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

The film explores issues of marriage, fidelity, and grief without overtly undermining traditional values or family. If anything, it depicts the challenges of adult relationships in a nuanced, mature way. There is no effort to demonize masculinity, faith, or cultural norms.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

Lantana offers genuinely complex perspectives among its ensemble cast. Characters come from diverse backgrounds but aren’t reduced to ideological mouthpieces. There’s real tension, disagreement, and moral ambiguity, with no heavy-handed messaging or clear ‘side.’

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