May December (2023)

The film's dominant themes align with progressive intellectual values by challenging rigid moral absolutism, conventional social norms, and simplistic media narratives, advocating for a more nuanced and complex understanding of human behavior and relationships, consistent with the director's stated progressive perspective.

The film "May December" demonstrates significant DEI characteristics through its intentional casting of an Asian actor in a central role, which introduces an intersectional dimension to the story. Furthermore, its narrative explicitly interrogates traditional patriarchal power structures, challenges conventional gender and power dynamics, and critically examines the ethics of storytelling and representation, making these themes central to its exploration of complex relationships and societal norms.