Salyut-7 (2017) | How Woke Is It?

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Salyut-72017

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What We Think

Salyut-7 is about as non-woke as they come. It’s an old-school space rescue adventure steeped in traditional values and heroic storytelling, with virtually no signs of contemporary ideological trends. A breath of fresh air in today’s cinematic landscape.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Salyut-7 focuses on the heroism and technical skill of Soviet cosmonauts, with storylines centered on merit and teamwork rather than identity politics. No obvious emphasis on casting for diversity or pushing modern ideological narratives.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film depicts traditional values, strong masculinity, the importance of family, and patriotism in a serious and respectful way. It upholds cultural and historical traditions without inserting modern revisionist takes.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The characters display a variety of personalities and viewpoints within a realistic Soviet context, with no overt mocking of tradition or caricatures of dissent. The film steers clear of 'message first' storytelling.

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