Beautiful Thing (1996) | How Woke Is It?

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72%

Beautiful Thing1996

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What We Think

“Beautiful Thing” was progressive for its time, shining a spotlight on sexuality and challenging traditional norms. Its focus on identity and affirmation makes it moderately woke by current standards, though it still treats characters as individuals, not mere symbols.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film centers on a coming-of-age gay romance, foregrounding sexuality as a defining character trait. While it offers genuine performances, identity is a key focus, sometimes overtaking deeper exploration of broader personality or merit. However, characters are given some nuance and real challenges.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional family dynamics, masculinity, and social norms are questioned throughout, with parental figures depicted as flawed or in turmoil and conventional masculine roles challenged. The film largely portrays alternative lifestyles as preferable to the status quo.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

Traditionalist or dissenting attitudes are often shown in a negative light or as obstacles to happiness. The narrative favors acceptance and affirmation, leaving little room for sincere, positive representation of more conventional views.

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