Laurel Canyon (2003) | How Woke Is It?

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Laurel Canyon2003

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What We Think

Laurel Canyon walks the line between honest character study and mild ideological slant. It dips into themes that some could see as 'woke,' but isn't an outright offender. It explores alternative lifestyles without completely sacrificing narrative integrity or showing blatant contempt for traditional values.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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In our view, 'Laurel Canyon' mostly grounds its drama in realistic interpersonal tension and family dynamics rather than overt ideological messaging. While it features some diverse sexual expression and identity exploration, character focus remains on personality, flaws, and conflict instead of using traits for ideological purposes.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Some viewers may interpret the film as giving a skeptical or even dismissive portrayal of traditional family stability and sexual norms, leaning toward more 'open-minded' culture. However, it doesn't overtly mock or pathologize traditional values, remaining primarily interested in characters’ personal journeys.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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While the film explores alternative lifestyles and sexual choices, it stops short of outright villainizing more traditional perspectives. Still, these alternative views are center stage, with dissenting voices largely marginalized or underexplored, leaving the film with an arguably narrow focus.

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