Raymond & Ray (2022) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

22%

Raymond & Ray2022

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What We Think

Raymond & Ray mostly stays clear of woke-heavy pitfalls. Story and character development take priority over identity politics, and traditional themes get a fair shake. Nothing to write the Twitter mob about here.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film focuses on the nuanced relationship between two estranged brothers coping with their father’s death. Characterization and story seem primarily driven by personality and emotional depth, not overt identity factors. Forced representation and 'flawless' diverse characters don’t dominate the narrative.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the film pokes fun at dysfunctional family structures, it doesn’t aggressively undermine the value of family, tradition, or masculinity. Masculine flaws are explored but not pathologized; themes revolve around reconciliation and personal growth rather than attacking traditional values.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Views on grief, family, and legacy are depicted with some variety, and alternative perspectives aren’t outright villainized. It avoids overt ideological monologuing or caricaturing tradition-minded characters, focusing more on human drama than pushing one worldview.

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