Gothika (2003) | How Woke Is It?

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Gothika2003

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What We Think

Gothika is largely free from modern ‘woke’ trappings, focusing on its creepy ghost story rather than current year messaging. Ideology sits on the sidelines while the supernatural takes the spotlight.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Gothika tells a straightforward supernatural thriller story. The female lead's role feels organic, driven by the logic of the plot rather than shoehorned identity politics. There’s no overt signaling or sacrificing of the narrative for modern ideological statements.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film doesn’t go out of its way to mock or deconstruct traditional values, religion, or family. The focus is on psychological horror rather than challenging societal norms. Any subversions are standard genre fare, not heavy-handed messaging.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Alternative perspectives aren’t deeply explored, but that’s typical for the genre. The film isn't pushing a recognizable modern ideological monoculture. Stereotypes or extreme caricatures are absent. It seems more interested in chilling viewers than pushing groupthink.

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