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The quote says the film is visually striking enough that its patriotic bias begins to blend into the overall mood. In other words, the style is so strong that it softens the impact of the film's jingoism. It is a critical remark about how presentation can affect the way ideology is perceived.
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Originally said in English.
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About Elvis Mitchell
Elvis Mitchell is an American film critic, journalist and author who has contributed to publications such as The New York Times, The New Yorker and Variety, and has written several books on cinema.
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