One Piece Film Red (2022) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

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One Piece Film Red2022

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What We Think

'One Piece Film Red' largely avoids the worst excesses of modern wokeness. Diversity and progressive themes are present but don’t overwhelm the story or compromise its heart. It sticks to its adventurous, emotionally-driven roots and remains refreshingly non-woke.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

'One Piece Film Red' centers on a new female character, Uta, whose personality, struggle, and relationships are given meaningful depth rather than being shoehorned in for identity's sake. Her abilities and flaws are well-balanced, and character diversity feels organic, not forced, keeping the narrative mostly intact.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film references friendship, family ties, and tradition. While Uta’s journey does push some boundaries of authority, core cultural themes like loyalty and perseverance remain strong, and there’s no heavy-handed effort to undermine tradition, masculinity, or morality.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Alternative viewpoints are present through cast diversity and complex motivations. 'One Piece' traditionally avoids painting dissenting characters with a single brush, and this film follows suit. There's room for internal debate and moral complexity, rather than just the party line.

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