Gods and Monsters (1998) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

25%

Gods and Monsters1998

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What We Think

For a film dealing with sexual identity and Hollywood history, "Gods and Monsters" is surprisingly restrained by modern standards. Its focus remains on human struggles, not ideological posturing, resulting in a refreshingly non-woke approach overall.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The film centers on James Whale's later life, highlighting his sexuality but not at the expense of storytelling. Characterizations remain nuanced, and the drama feels rooted in genuine human conflict, not in box-checking or forced casting. The film’s themes are embedded organically without sacrificing narrative for an ideological agenda.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the film features a gay protagonist and deals with themes around sexuality and masculinity, it doesn't overtly attack or deconstruct traditional institutions. Family, religion, and masculinity are explored, but not in a mocking or dismissive way. It leans into its subject matter without ham-fistedly undermining broader cultural traditions.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There is sensitivity shown to alternative perspectives. Though the film is sympathetic to Whale, it doesn’t present all other characters as villainous or bigoted. There’s some ideological focus, but not to a degree that crowds out pluralism or makes dissenting views one-dimensional.

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