Mascots (2016) | How Woke Is It?

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Mascots2016

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What We Think

Mascots is refreshingly non-woke, focusing on eccentric characters and deadpan humor rather than identity-driven storylines or heavy-handed messaging. It’s a rare example of a recent film sidestepping the usual Hollywood political checklist.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Mascots focuses on quirky characters and satire over social messaging. Casting appears based on comedic fit and ensemble chemistry, not forced identity politics. It’s more about oddball personalities than ticking diversity checkboxes, and story arcs prioritize humor and character quirks.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film gently pokes fun at everyone, but rarely does it disrespect traditional values, religion, or family. Traditional roles are played for laughs, but not aggressively undermined or replaced with heavy-handed ideological commentary.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

There’s little overt ideological signaling here. Characters vary in worldview and quirks, and there’s no united woke front or mockery of dissenting perspectives. If anything, it’s an even-handed lampoon of everyone involved.

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