Assault on Wall Street (2013) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

17%

Assault on Wall Street2013

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What We Think

Assault on Wall Street is largely a non-woke thriller, centering on individual struggle and accountability rather than identity politics. It avoids the usual modern Hollywood pitfalls by focusing on story and motivation over forced representation or ideology.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The narrative focuses on a working-class man's struggle against the financial elite, centering personal motive and agency over ticking identity boxes. Casting and character arcs are grounded, emphasizing relatable human flaws and motivations rather than identity-driven storytelling.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film doesn’t undermine traditional values. It leans into critiques of corruption within financial institutions without mocking family, religion, or masculinity. The protagonist’s drive is rooted in his role as a provider, which is treated seriously throughout.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the film is critical of Wall Street, it doesn’t demonize alternative worldviews or rely on caricatures of dissent. There’s room for nuanced discussion, with some supporting characters offering differing perspectives.

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