Knights of the Zodiac (2023) | How Woke Is It?

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65%

Knights of the Zodiac2023

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What We Think

"Knights of the Zodiac" is less woke than many current Hollywood films, maintaining much of its non-woke anime roots. It sprinkles in some modern representation without overwhelming the classic story of heroism and destiny. Not perfect, but relatively moderate in woke levels.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

While "Knights of the Zodiac" features some diverse casting and updated character interpretations, it largely sticks to the original anime's fantasy template. There are hints of modern inclusivity, but core story arcs and hero's journey elements remain mostly intact without being overwhelmed by identity politics.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional themes like destiny, sacrifice, and heroism are central. There's a bit of universalist moralizing and modern reinterpretation, but it doesn't aggressively undermine core values of family, loyalty, or traditional heroism. Masculinity and femininity are balanced rather than subverted.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There's a standard dose of modern Hollywood sensibilities, yet the film doesn't outright demonize traditional worldviews. Most perspectives align with current mainstream ideas, but without heavy-handed villainization of dissent. Some lack of viewpoint diversity, but nothing extreme.

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