The Movies That Made Us (2019) | How Woke Is It?

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The Movies That Made Us2019

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What We Think

The Movies That Made Us is refreshingly non-woke, prioritizing movie nostalgia and storytelling over modern ideological messaging. It stands as a rare exception in today’s landscape, focusing on what made entertainment great in the first place.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The show mainly celebrates iconic films from previous decades and focuses on their behind-the-scenes stories. Identity politics or forced representation rarely, if ever, intrude upon the narrative. The emphasis is consistently on filmmaking craft, industry challenges, and personal anecdotes, without sacrificing story depth for ideology.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

There's little to no attempt to undermine traditional values or rewrite history. The series is largely nostalgic, championing classic pop culture and its mainstream, family-friendly roots. Any modern commentary is secondary, if present at all, and does not come at the expense of highlighting historic or traditional themes.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

The show presents a broad range of perspectives from different people in the film industry. There may be occasional nods to modern sensibilities, but it hardly mocks or villainizes alternative viewpoints. In fact, it often celebrates the 'old school' spirit of Hollywood production teams.

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