Oppenheimer (2023) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

20%

Oppenheimer2023

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What We Think

Oppenheimer is a rare breed these days, more concerned with history and personal drama than ticking woke boxes. Its minimal forced representation, fairly nuanced moral debates, and lack of ideological hectoring make it a solid choice for those weary of Hollywood’s usual messaging.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Oppenheimer largely focuses on its titular character’s personal and moral struggles, prioritizing story and character depth over identity-driven casting. There’s little evidence of forced representation or the usual “flawless” treatment for diverse characters. The film is steeped in historical context and drama.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the film critically examines American politics and the ethical dilemmas of science, it doesn’t go out of its way to mock religion, traditional families, or masculinity. Moral conflicts are rooted in historical accuracy rather than modern ideology. Some might find its somber tone a bit revisionist, but nothing overbearing.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Oppenheimer does lean toward portraying anti-nuclear voices sympathetically, but it doesn’t outright villainize dissenters or traditionalist characters. There’s some ideological tilt, but pluralism and debate are portrayed fairly authentically given the era.

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