Savages (2012) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

Savages2012

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What We Think

'Savages' is far from a woke showcase. Instead, it delivers an edgy crime story with morally ambiguous characters and little interest in ticking modern representation boxes. If you’re tired of agenda-driven storytelling, this is refreshingly non-woke.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

'Savages' largely prioritizes gritty storytelling over modern identity politics. The characters are developed based on their personalities and involvement in the drug trade rather than their demographics. While it flirts with edgy themes, it doesn't appear to sacrifice plot or character depth for forced representation.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film explores dark, mature themes but doesn't go out of its way to undermine family, masculinity, or tradition for 'woke' points. Traditional masculinity is depicted through its male leads without being overtly mocked, though moral lines are certainly blurred in classic Oliver Stone fashion.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

There is no blatant ideological monoculture. The film features a variety of perspectives, criminals, law enforcement, cartel members, each with their own motivations. Traditional and alternative viewpoints are present without being reduced to mere caricatures.

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