The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! (1966) | How Woke Is It?

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The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming!1966

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What We Think

This 1966 classic is miles away from today’s 'woke' standards. Its satire and humane approach to both sides feel refreshingly non-political, with traditional narrative and cultural values left unscathed. A genuine product of its era.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

This Cold War satire from 1966 is more focused on slapstick and misunderstandings than modern identity politics. Characters are developed for their personalities and comedic value, not assigned ideological roles or 'woke' checkboxes. Its narrative remains mostly intact and isn't sidetracked by agenda-driven casting.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film gently pokes fun at small-town America and Cold War paranoia, but it doesn't attack or undermine traditional values like family or religion. Masculinity and cultural norms are mostly depicted as products of their era, with no overt attempt at revisionism or subversion.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While skeptical of Cold War hysteria, the film generally offers a pluralistic view. Both Russians and Americans are portrayed with humor and humanity, not demonized or used as straw men. There's an undercurrent of anti-war sentiment, but no clear-cut ideological monoculture by modern standards.

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