Mary Shelley (2017) | How Woke Is It?

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78%

Mary Shelley2017

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What We Think

Mary Shelley is a pretty textbook example of injecting modern-day identity politics into historical storytelling. While competent as a film, its woke overtones are hard to miss, especially in how it handles gender roles and treats tradition. Not subtle, but not quite over-the-top either.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film puts strong emphasis on Mary's status as a trailblazing young woman, which can at times overshadow character nuance in favor of modern messaging about gender and empowerment. While not the worst offender, the script does lean on identity-driven beats rather than nuanced period drama or character growth.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

There is a definite effort to recast traditional notions of family and gender roles through a modern lens. Masculinity is often shown as flawed or oppressive, and the film is keen to elevate Mary as ahead of her time in her values, at the expense of historical context.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Woke

What is this?

Alternative worldviews, particularly traditional or religious perspectives, are typically dismissed, and dissenting voices are rarely offered serious screen time. The main lens is clearly aligned with modern progressive ideals, with little room for pluralism or genuine debate.

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