My Son (2021) | How Woke Is It?

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My Son2021

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What We Think

‘My Son’ keeps its focus on suspense and raw human emotion, with barely a hint of wokeness. This is a prime example of non-woke filmmaking these days, refreshing for those seeking story over message.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

‘My Son’ is a straightforward thriller focused on parental loss and suspense. The characters are developed based on their roles in the story, with no heavy-handed emphasis on identity or box-ticking. The narrative remains tight and personal, prioritizing tension and realism over ideological messaging.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film doesn’t attack or subvert traditional values; instead, it centers on a father’s journey, trauma, and family. Masculinity, parenthood, and family are not mocked or undermined but provide the emotional driver for the plot.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There’s little evidence of ideological sloganeering or monoculture. Alternative perspectives aren’t mocked or villainized, and the film’s focus remains on gritty realism rather than pushing modern ideological narratives.

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