Back to Black (2024) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

Back to Black2024

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What We Think

In our view, 'Back to Black' sticks to retelling Amy Winehouse’s life without turning it into a lecture on identity or ideology. If you’re tired of Hollywood’s current obsession with ticking boxes, this film is a breath of fresh air, focused on story, not on scoring political points.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film largely focuses on Amy Winehouse's personal journey, keeping narrative integrity intact by centering on character, talent, and the tragic costs of fame. Identity politics do not overshadow the storytelling, and representation feels organic rather than forced. The film sticks to its subject without overtly injecting modern ideological trends.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

Traditional themes like family, addiction, and the search for meaning are treated seriously. Arguments about faith and masculinity are not central, nor are they undermined. There's no heavy-handed revisionism of culture or history; the film portrays Winehouse authentically within her context.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Alternative viewpoints are present, exploring the complexity of Amy's relationships and struggles without demonizing dissenting perspectives. The film seems more interested in telling a human story than preaching any particular set of modern values. There's little to suggest ideological uniformity.

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