Blithe Spirit (2020) | How Woke Is It?

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Blithe Spirit2020

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What We Think

For a modern release, "Blithe Spirit" is refreshingly non-woke. It keeps its tongue firmly in cheek, focusing on laughs and ghostly mischief rather than identity politics or ideology. Classic light entertainment with minimal modern meddling.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The 2020 adaptation of "Blithe Spirit" largely preserves its classic comedic narrative, with only minor modern tweaks. The focus is still on the eccentric characters and their supernatural shenanigans, rather than promoting identity over storytelling. Forced representation or ideological shoehorning is minimal.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the film playfully mocks marriage and features irreverent takes on the afterlife, these are true to the original play and more about farce than cultural deconstruction. Traditional gender roles are played with, but not aggressively subverted or modernized for ideological reasons.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

There's little evidence of ideological monoculture. The story revels in its period silliness, showcasing flawed characters of all stripes without pushing a particular modern worldview or vilifying tradition. Sincere alternative perspectives aren’t really the point here, given the comedic setup.

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