The Flight of the Phoenix (1965) | How Woke Is It?

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The Flight of the Phoenix1965

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What We Think

A clear product of its time, 'The Flight of the Phoenix' is practically a time capsule for non-woke storytelling: robust characters, zero ideological preaching, and a focus on competence. It’s almost quaint compared to the media landscape today.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film centers on a strong ensemble of male characters facing adversity, with emphasis on skill, competence, and personality rather than identity politics. There’s little evidence of forced representation or identity-based casting, which is refreshing by today’s standards.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional masculinity, leadership, and teamwork are at the film’s core. There is no subverting of gender roles, and themes like family, morality, and resilience are handled straightforwardly without irony or revisionism.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The film largely reflects the cultural values of its era, with little debate on modern ideological issues. While this means less diversity of modern perspectives, it avoids villainizing traditional worldviews or caricaturing dissenters.

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