Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

12%

Rise of the Planet of the Apes2011

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What We Think

“Rise of the Planet of the Apes” is about as non-woke as they come in recent Hollywood. It’s interested in plot, character, and old-fashioned drama, not scoring points on the latest ideological checklists.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Rise of the Planet of the Apes largely focuses on storytelling and character development, rather than identity politics. No clear sense that characters were chosen for 'representation' points, and skill, motive, and personality drive the plot. It’s refreshingly non-woke on this front.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

The film depicts familial bonds, human ambition, and moral dilemmas without overtly undermining traditional values or demonizing concepts like masculinity, family, or religion. Its themes are fairly universal, not fixated on subverting cultural foundations.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

There's no noticeable agenda or ridiculing of traditional points of view, conflict revolves around science and animal ethics rather than hot-button ideological battles. Dissenting opinions are given real weight, not just portrayed as villainy.

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