True Spirit (2023) | How Woke Is It?

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True Spirit2023

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What We Think

'True Spirit' is a welcome break from the usual Hollywood sermonizing. While it celebrates a young woman’s accomplishment, it does so without heavy-handed messaging, keeping the focus on her journey and traditional family values.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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'True Spirit' largely focuses on individual perseverance and determination rather than pushing identity politics. The protagonist’s capabilities stem from her skill and drive, not her demographic traits, though her being a young female sailor does get some narrative spotlight in the context of overcoming doubt.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film portrays family, mentorship, and resilience in a fairly traditional light. It doesn’t go out of its way to mock or undermine conventional values, quite the opposite, as strong parental figures and traditional support structures play key roles.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There’s little in the way of heavy-handed ideology or caricatured dissenters. The film’s message is broadly universal, championing grit and aspiration over ideology.

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