On the Rocks (2020) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

On the Rocks2020

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What We Think

On the Rocks is practically a unicorn in modern Hollywood: it values character, relationships, and realism over ideological box-ticking. Don’t expect lectures or political messaging, this one’s here for the human drama.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

On the Rocks puts character and story first. Casting choices serve the narrative, and there’s no obvious emphasis on identity politics or forced diversity. Characters have flaws and believable arcs, with the focus on family dynamics over ideological messaging. It’s refreshingly non-woke in this respect.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film treats marriage, family, and even masculinity with nuance, not mockery or hostility. Bill Murray’s character, although roguish, reflects a traditional (if flawed) view on family and gender. Family is ultimately valued, not subverted, which is rare these days.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Alternative perspectives, particularly more traditional or skeptical views of modern relationships, are not villainized. The film actually allows for multiple worldviews to interplay, rather than pushing a uniform ideological stance. Debate, doubt, and disagreement exist between characters.

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