The Vietnam War (2017) | How Woke Is It?

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The Vietnam War2017

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What We Think

'The Vietnam War' strikes a balance between classic documentary filmmaking and a contemporary interpretive lens. It occasionally flirts with modern ideological themes and skepticism of traditional values, but largely avoids the kind of overt 'woke' rewriting seen elsewhere.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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The series generally keeps narrative integrity by focusing on major historical events and voices from all sides. However, it sometimes appears to emphasize modern identity politics and applies present-day moral frameworks to the past, which may distract from a more straightforward historical retelling.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Some viewers may feel the documentary subtly frames traditional American values, military service, and institutions as relics or problematic aspects needing reevaluation. There is also a tone of skepticism toward authority and established narratives.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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While 'The Vietnam War' gives a platform to multiple perspectives, the narrative occasionally leans toward a consensus that aligns with contemporary academia, and dissenting or more patriotic viewpoints can be glossed over or cast in a negative light.

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