Central Intelligence (2016) | How Woke Is It?

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Central Intelligence2016

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What We Think

'Central Intelligence' is almost a throwback at this point, focused on fun, character, and laughs, without stuffing in 'woke' ideology. It steers clear of the usual pitfalls: little forced representation, no ideological monoculture, and a healthy respect for the basics of storytelling.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

'Central Intelligence' keeps its focus on the comedic buddy-cop dynamic and doesn't sacrifice narrative for ideological checkboxes. Casting is based on comedic fit, and character growth follows traditional arcs without overt identity politics interfering.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film plays with masculinity for comedic effect but doesn't really undermine traditional values. The family, morality, and friendship themes remain positive and mostly conventional, without attacking religion or masculinity outright.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

There is no strong ideological message or monoculture present. Alternative worldviews aren't villainized, and the humor comes from character quirks, not heavy-handed messaging. It feels refreshingly neutral by today's Hollywood standards.

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