Force Majeure (2014) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

20%

Force Majeure2014

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What We Think

While it interrogates topics like gender roles, Force Majeure does so with restraint and depth. It’s a far cry from the typical “woke” formula, offering mature, honest reflection rather than ideological hammering. Non-woke viewers will find much to appreciate.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Force Majeure is a sharp character study focused on family dynamics. The film explores gender but does so through nuanced realism rather than forced messaging. Characters’ actions flow from personality and context, not box-ticking. No obvious forced representation or flawless identity characters here.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film questions traditional masculinity and family roles, but in a very human, relatable way. It doesn’t outright mock or demonize them, yet there is clear tension with conventional expectations, especially regarding the father’s response to crisis.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Force Majeure invites viewers to ponder conflicting perspectives, eschewing black-and-white moralizing. Alternatives to modern values are explored with sincerity and without turning anyone into cartoon villains. Nuance, not preaching, takes the wheel.

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