Jules (2023) | How Woke Is It?

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Jules2023

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What We Think

"Jules" is a rare modern film that sidesteps the usual “woke” pitfalls. Focusing on genuine characters and small-town charm, it tells a story without hectoring the audience or prioritizing ideology over heart. Non-woke viewers can relax with this one.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

From what’s available, "Jules" appears to focus on quirky storytelling around seniors encountering an alien, rather than shoehorning identity politics or forced diversity. Characters seem written for their comedic and emotional arcs, not as ideological checklists.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

There’s little evidence the film takes aim at traditional values, family, or faith; it centers on community and friendship, especially among older adults. Gender roles and cultural norms appear respected, not subverted.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

The film doesn’t seem to mock or villainize traditional perspectives or push rigid contemporary orthodoxies. There’s a gentle, whimsical tone with room for oddballs and normies alike, rather than heavy-handed messaging.

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