The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019) | How Woke Is It?

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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind2019

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What We Think

A refreshing exception to today's Hollywood trends, 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind' stays grounded in its cultural roots and focuses on a real human story rather than ideology. Very low on the woke scale.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film centers on a true story of perseverance and ingenuity, allowing the main character's skills and motivations to drive the plot rather than focusing on identity politics. Its themes are universal, and one doesn't get the sense that identity factors are forced or elevated at the expense of narrative.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional values, such as family, community, and faith, are handled respectfully. The film doesn't mock or undermine religion or masculinity, and the struggles and roles of characters align with their cultural context rather than modern ideological norms.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

There is some critique of societal issues, but multiple perspectives are shown, and traditional viewpoints are treated with nuance. No obvious villainization of traditional values or absence of alternative worldviews is apparent.

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