Bao (2018) | How Woke Is It?

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What We Think

Bao is a rare gem from Pixar, a heartfelt, non-woke film that centers on family, tradition, and personal emotion without turning into a lecture. If only more studios took notes from this approach.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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Bao focuses first and foremost on familial relationships and cultural themes rather than checking identity boxes. The main story is personal, emotional, and relatable, without identity-driven casting or characters feeling unnaturally flawless.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film actually celebrates family bonds, generational connections, and even lightly affirms traditional parental values. Rather than undermining cultural foundations, Bao draws on real-world traditions and doesn't ridicule masculinity, religion, or family structure.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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Bao doesn't villainize dissent or push an overt ideological uniformity. The portrayal of cultural differences feels sincere and isn't used to attack traditional values. The story is personal, not political.

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