The Navigator (1924) | How Woke Is It?

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The Navigator1924

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What We Think

'The Navigator' is a pure example of non-woke, classic cinema. Its humor is rooted in timeless physical comedy, with no hint of modern ideological priorities. For those weary of Hollywood 'wokeness,' this one is a breath of fresh air.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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There is no evidence of narrative compromise for ideology in 'The Navigator.' Buster Keaton's focus is physical comedy and situational humor, with character traits based on personality and skill, not modern identity categories.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional gender roles, family, and cultural norms are affirmed or gently lampooned rather than subverted. Religion, family, or morality are not attacked or undermined. The film is a product of its time, reflecting early-20th-century norms without revisionist spin.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There’s no observable ideological agenda, nor are dissenting or traditional views mocked. The film avoids social commentary almost entirely, instead sticking to universal comedic situations and straightforward storytelling.

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