Somersault (2004) | How Woke Is It?

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‘Somersault’ remains focused on personal growth and emotional truth rather than using characters as ideological mouthpieces. For those wary of woke cinema, this film is refreshingly non-woke, centering narrative integrity over agenda.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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The film's characters are developed based on personal struggles and emotional depth, rather than overt identity politics. While it features a young female protagonist navigating difficult circumstances, her flaws and complexity are at the forefront, not ideological talking points.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Somersault offers a gritty portrayal of fractured family dynamics and teenage vulnerability, but it doesn't overtly attack traditional values or caricature masculinity. While some may see the depiction of rural Australia as bleak, it doesn't feel like a hit job on cultural foundations.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The film avoids hammering home one worldview and steers clear of villainizing dissenting perspectives. It mainly focuses on individual struggles rather than broader societal commentary. Different backgrounds and motivations are explored without clear ideological preference.

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