The Blues (2003) | How Woke Is It?

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The Blues2003

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What We Think

The Blues stays true to its subject with minimal to no woke interference. It’s a celebration of musical history, not a soapbox for modern ideological narratives.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The Blues is a documentary series focused on the history, influence, and artistry of blues music. The storytelling centers on musicians, culture, and artistic merit, not on injecting modern identity politics or forced representation. Its approach feels rooted in preserving narrative authenticity.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

This series celebrates the deep cultural and historical roots of the blues, respecting its traditions, spiritual aspects, and focus on American roots music. There's no evidence of undermining religion, family, masculinity, or traditional values. Instead, it showcases the genre’s importance to American culture.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

While The Blues provides perspectives largely centered on the music’s origins, influences, and growth, it does not mock or villainize alternative viewpoints. Its focus is on art and history rather than modern ideology, resulting in nearly no ideological uniformity or exclusion of dissenting perspectives.

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