An American Pickle (2020) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

18%

An American Pickle2020

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What We Think

An American Pickle is surprisingly non-woke by modern Hollywood standards. It focuses on personal story and gentle cultural contrasts rather than ideological preaching or heavy-handed representation. While modern ideas show up, they don’t dominate.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The film largely centers on character and story, with identity themes playing a minor role at best. Seth Rogen's dual roles are performed with an emphasis on character development over identity politics. Forced representation or ideology-first storytelling appears minimal.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While there are moments gently poking fun at traditional values and religion, the story ultimately treats faith, family, and heritage with a degree of respect. Critique is present, but outright subversion is rare. Masculinity and generational tension are handled more for humor than ideology.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Alternative, old-world perspectives are shown through Herschel, sometimes played for laughs but not entirely dismissed. The film may nudge toward modern viewpoints, but it gives some space to tradition and difference without total villainization.

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