Black Is King (2020) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictHyper Woke

90%

Black Is King2020

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What We Think

“Black Is King” is unapologetically woke: visually stunning, but driven by identity and modern ideology over classic story and cultural foundations. Expect lots of messaging and little pluralism.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

“Black Is King” places identity and representation at the core, emphasizing visual symbolism and themes celebrating black heritage over a traditional, coherent narrative. Some viewers may feel the focus on ideology overshadows deep character or story development, with the messaging often prioritized.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Hyper Woke

What is this?

The film actively seeks to challenge and rewrite familiar Western-centric cultural narratives, centering African traditions and de-emphasizing themes of traditional family structure, masculinity, or Judeo-Christian values. The emphasis is on cultural reclamation through a distinctly modern lens.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Hyper Woke

What is this?

Alternative worldviews are largely absent; the film operates within a strong ideological framework promoting empowerment and social justice themes. Traditional values or dissenting perspectives are not explored in depth, resulting in an atmosphere of ideological uniformity.

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