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The discussion quickly turns political. The film, according to their analysis, is positioned as a “giant middle finger” to former President Donald Trump and his administration, framed as a symbolic victory for progressive ideals. They suggest that the cultural climate of 2023 favors movies that cater to woke liberal narratives, even if that means sacrificing storytelling or coherence.
One participant remarks that One Battle After Another appears to be a “woke Hollywood movie made for woke Hollywood,” implying that it caters primarily to a specific cultural enclave rather than general audiences. The film is described as a critique of the Trump era, somewhat late in arriving, given that the cultural shift has already tilted away from such overt partisan themes.