The Hateful Eight (2015)

The film's dominant themes align with progressive values through its unflinching critique of post-Civil War racism and the violent legacy of Confederate ideology, despite its nihilistic and morally ambiguous narrative. The central problem of pervasive racial hatred is a core progressive concern, even if the solution presented is a brutal, individualistic reckoning.

The movie features visible diversity in its cast, including prominent roles for actors of color. Its narrative explicitly addresses and critiques themes of racism and white supremacy within a post-Civil War setting, making these critiques central to the story's development and character dynamics.