Instant Family (2018) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

35%

Instant Family2018

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What We Think

For a modern comedy-drama, "Instant Family" keeps its wokeness in check. While it nods to progressive social issues and features a diverse cast, it prioritizes relatable characters and family values over ideology. You'll find a few nods to the times, but nothing that hijacks the story.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While "Instant Family" features a diverse cast and touches on contemporary social issues, its focus remains on character development, humor, and the genuine complexities of foster parenting. Diversity isn't forced at the expense of narrative coherence, characters feel believable, and their backgrounds serve the story rather than overshadow it.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Woke

What is this?

The film portrays adoption and the importance of family in a generally positive light. Traditional family values are present, though dynamics are modernized. There's some mild undercutting of parental authority for comedic effect, but overall, it upholds rather than mocks family, religion, or masculinity.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

"Instant Family" addresses modern issues like diversity in adoption, but it doesn't entirely sideline alternative or traditional perspectives. There's comedic ribbing of old-fashioned attitudes, yet the film allows most viewpoints to be expressed without turning dissenters into outright villains or caricatures.

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