Men of Honor (2000) | How Woke Is It?

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Men of Honor2000

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What We Think

Men of Honor tells a true underdog story without sacrificing narrative for modern ideology. It upholds classic values, respects its context, and steers clear of Hollywood’s modern woke tendencies. Mostly grounded, only lightly touched by identity themes.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film centers on Carl Brashear’s real-life struggle and perseverance against adversity, with identity markers present because they’re intrinsic to the historical story. The narrative remains focused on skill, grit, and character rather than forcing ideology.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional values like hard work, personal responsibility, and honor are at the heart of the story. There’s some critique of institutional failings, but the film largely upholds American ideals and doesn’t attack family, faith, or masculinity.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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Though racism is shown in a condemnatory light, the film portrays both good and flawed people on all sides, with redemption possible even for tough, traditional authority figures. Alternative views aren’t mocked so much as honestly depicted given the time period.

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