Friends with Money (2006) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

25%

Friends with Money2006

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What We Think

'Friends with Money' is a mostly non-woke character study that focuses more on the complexities of adulthood than pushing any rigid ideological agenda. It treats its flawed, quirky cast with enough realism and diversity of thought to steer clear of Hollywood’s heaviest woke tendencies.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

'Friends with Money' largely prioritizes character depth over overt identity-driven casting. The main plot revolves around believable, flawed adults dealing with relatable issues. While some might see a female-centric cast as a nod to representation, the characters ultimately have distinct personalities, weaknesses, and authentic growth. No obvious narrative compromises are made for the sake of ideology.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film offers a somewhat critical look at modern upper-middle-class life, focusing on marriage, friendship, and financial disparity. While it touches on marital dissatisfaction and nontraditional female roles, it doesn’t aggressively undermine masculinity, faith, or traditional family structures. Cultural revisionism is minimal and the environment feels contemporary rather than re-engineered.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Alternative viewpoints exist, with characters expressing a range of opinions and personal struggles, including various attitudes toward money, marriage, and fulfillment. No worldviews are overwhelmingly mocked; instead, each perspective is treated with nuance. Ideological uniformity is not strictly observed in the group dynamic, and there’s space for genuine disagreement.

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