Poker Night (2014) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

Poker Night2014

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What We Think

'Poker Night' delivers an old-school thriller that keeps woke trappings to a minimum. This is a rare example of a recent film where story and skill matter more than ideology. Non-woke viewers will find it easy to enjoy.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

'Poker Night' keeps its focus on suspense and character-driven storytelling, steering clear of forced identity politics or diversity for diversity’s sake. Characters seem appropriately cast by fit and genre expectations, not boxes checked.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film centers on classic themes of mentorship, resilience, and traditional heroism. There's no apparent attempt to undermine family, masculinity, or established cultural norms, making it refreshingly non-woke in this department.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Diverse perspectives among cops and criminals are depicted, with genuine conflict and a lack of ideological preaching. No side is infantilized or villainized purely for their values.

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