Samaritan (2022) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

Samaritan2022

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What We Think

With its focus on classic heroism, family themes, and an absence of overt ideology, Samaritan is a breath of non-woke air by modern standards. It’s not perfect, but far less “woke” than most contemporary blockbusters.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Samaritan largely sticks to classic superhero storytelling, focusing on character grit and old-school heroics. While it features some diverse casting, character development seems rooted more in personal struggle than in modern identity politics or forced representation. The narrative isn't notably undermined by external ideology.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film actually leans into themes of redemption, family, and masculine virtue, with Stallone embodying traditional heroic masculinity. There isn't a strong undercurrent of subverting cultural or gender norms, if anything, it has an almost retro sensibility, which is refreshing these days.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Samaritan doesn't demonize traditional perspectives or create a world where everyone shares one rigid worldview. Villainy is rooted in clear moral choices rather than politics, and there is space for different viewpoints within the community shown.

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