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Apollo 13
Movie

Apollo 13

1995 • Adventure, Drama, History

Woke Score
1
out of 10

Plot

Based on the true story of the ill-fated 13th Apollo mission bound for the moon. Astronauts Lovell, Haise and Swigert were scheduled to fly Apollo 14, but are moved up to 13. It's 1970, and The US has already achieved their lunar landing goal, so there's little interest in this "routine" flight.. until that is, things go very wrong, and prospects of a safe return fade.

Overall Series Review

Apollo 13 is a definitive cinematic tribute to American excellence and the power of human ingenuity. Set in 1970, the film avoids modern political sensibilities, focusing instead on the grueling technical challenges and the collaborative effort required to bring three men home safely. It serves as a celebration of meritocracy, traditional family values, and the indomitable spirit of the Western world during the Space Age. The narrative highlights the competence of its protagonists and the strength of their families without succumbing to any contemporary ideological tropes.

Categorical Breakdown

Identity Politics1/10

The film maintains historical accuracy with a cast and crew selected for their roles based on technical expertise and physical fitness. Character merit and competence drive the entire plot. There is no attempt to inject modern diversity quotas or lecture on systemic privilege.

Oikophobia1/10

The story celebrates American ingenuity and the triumph of Western scientific achievement. It portrays the nation’s institutions and its people as capable, heroic, and united in the face of disaster.

Feminism1/10

Women are depicted in traditional roles as wives and mothers who provide essential emotional and domestic support. Masculinity is portrayed as protective, decisive, and heroic. The film honors the vital role of the family unit.

LGBTQ+1/10

The narrative centers exclusively on traditional nuclear families and heterosexual marriages. There is no inclusion of sexual identity politics or gender theory. Biological reality and traditional social structures are the standard.

Anti-Theism1/10

Faith is treated with respect and shown as a natural source of quiet strength for families during the crisis. The movie acknowledges an objective reality governed by logic and the laws of physics, reflecting a traditional worldview.