Magic in the Moonlight (2014) | How Woke Is It?

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Magic in the Moonlight2014

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What We Think

Magic in the Moonlight is about as non-woke as modern films come. It prefers charm, romance, and philosophical banter over modern ideological preaching. A rare respite from Hollywood’s usual trend.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Magic in the Moonlight focuses on well-developed characters, classic romantic tension, and wit rather than checking identity boxes. Casting and story choices appear rooted in the period setting, with no sign of forced representation or characters shoehorned for modern sensibilities.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film gently satirizes both skepticism and mysticism but doesn’t mock traditional values, religion, or masculinity in any aggressive way. Gender dynamics align with its 1920s setting, with no attempt to rewrite cultural foundations to fit today’s ideological trends.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

While the tone is cheeky regarding belief, the film allows for playful debate between faith and skepticism. There are no overt ideological lectures, and tradition isn’t villainized; both perspectives are given reasonable voice.

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