Arrival (2016) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

18%

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What We Think

Arrival keeps its priorities on science-fiction and genuine storytelling, not woke messaging. Its minor deviations from traditional roles feel organic, not forced. This is about as non-woke as modern Hollywood gets.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Arrival focuses on story and atmosphere rather than identity politics. The lead, a woman, is chosen for her skills and expertise, not to serve a forced diversity quota. There’s minimal evidence that race, gender, or sexuality overshadow core character development. The film largely respects its own internal logic and narrative.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There is mild subversion as the lead is a single mother and female expert, but this is handled with subtlety and realism. The film doesn’t overtly mock family, faith, or tradition; rather, it leans into personal sacrifice and human connection as universal values.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Arrival doesn’t sideline differing viewpoints, global perspectives are brought together, and nations act with their own motives. There’s no browbeating of traditional outlooks, and very little pandering to modern ideological trends.

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