Miracle at St. Anna (2008) | How Woke Is It?

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Miracle at St. Anna2008

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What We Think

Miracle at St. Anna is definitely on the agenda-driven side of the spectrum, focusing heavily on race and injustice. It isn’t the most egregiously woke film out there, but it treats history more as a platform for a message than a nuanced exploration. Expect a story that puts ideology front and center, though not without a few redeeming dramatic moments.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film puts a strong emphasis on the racial identity of its protagonists, centering the story on the experiences of African-American soldiers in WWII. While this is historically relevant, at times it feels like identity is foregrounded at the expense of deeper character arcs and balanced drama. However, the characters are given room for flaws and development.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional American military narratives and themes of patriotism are somewhat set aside in favor of highlighting racial injustice and discrimination. The film does subvert some classic portrayals, but it does so in largely serious and respectful ways. There’s no open mockery of religion or family.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There’s a clear critique of traditional institutions and an emphasis on one particular social perspective, with limited sincere representation of alternative worldviews. Most dissenting perspectives are portrayed as cartoonishly prejudiced, though there are occasional nuances.

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