The Hills Have Eyes (1977) | How Woke Is It?

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The Hills Have Eyes1977

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What We Think

As a classic 1970s horror film, 'The Hills Have Eyes' is about as unwoke as they come. It sticks to genre traditions, avoids identity-driven casting or messaging, and doesn’t push an ideological agenda. A refreshingly straightforward, non-woke watch.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film focuses on a traditional horror narrative with character conflict driven by survival rather than modern identity politics. There’s no overt forced representation or ideological scripting, keeping the story cohesive and grounded in its era’s conventions.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Themes of family, masculinity, and survival are front and center. While the violence is brutal, it doesn’t intentionally undermine religion, gender roles, or other cultural touchstones. Classic dynamics are present without revisionist overtones.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There isn't any discernible promotion of a particular modern ideology. The film doesn’t mock traditional views or force a singular worldview on the audience. It mainly delivers straightforward horror rather than any cultural lecture.

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