Ride with the Devil (1999) | How Woke Is It?

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Ride with the Devil1999

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What We Think

A period drama that respects its historical milieu, 'Ride with the Devil' avoids the modern trappings of forced representation and overwrought ideological messaging. Its focus remains squarely on believable characters and real conflict rather than checking woke boxes.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

'Ride with the Devil' focuses primarily on character development and the complexities of loyalties during the Civil War, rather than shoehorning characters based on identity politics. Casting and story choices feel organic, and personalities outweigh any overt ideological messaging in the narrative.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional themes like family, honor, and masculinity are prevalent. The film doesn't set out to undermine religion, masculinity, or Southern/Midwestern culture. Instead, it presents these elements as authentic to the story's historical setting.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The film does not villainize traditional values or perspectives. While it depicts some moral ambiguity, it does so in a way that reflects the tumultuous era, rather than pushing a modern ideological agenda across all characters.

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