Better Living Through Chemistry (2014) | How Woke Is It?

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Better Living Through Chemistry2014

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What We Think

'Better Living Through Chemistry' is more interested in quirky dark comedy and human foibles than checking any modern ideological boxes. It’s pretty safe from the usual Hollywood wokeness, if you’re tired of identity-driven narratives, this one likely won’t annoy you.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The film focuses on the personal struggles of a suburban pharmacist and does not prioritize identity politics or forcibly diverse casting. Characters are developed based on their personalities and flaws rather than box-checking for modern trends. Narrative seems largely intact without overt ideology disrupting the story.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the movie does poke fun at suburban malaise and family dynamics, it doesn’t go all-in trying to undermine masculinity, religion, or tradition. It’s more of a dark comedy dealing with moral shortcomings without lecturing about modern values or rewriting tradition.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

There’s no heavy-handed villainization of traditional perspectives or push for a singular modern worldview. The characters present a variety of flawed decisions, but not in a way that mocks non-woke viewpoints. Debate and consequences are woven into the story’s humor.

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