Shaft (2000) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

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What We Think

Shaft (2000) is a straightforward urban crime film. While stylish and brash, its woke quotient is extremely low, identity and ideology play little part in driving the plot or themes. If you’re seeking non-woke action, it’s a safe bet.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Shaft (2000) keeps its narrative focused, with character motivations and conflicts rooted in personal drive and urban crime drama. The film doesn’t shoehorn in identity politics or forced representation; Shaft is compelling for his skill, attitude, and wit, not simply his background.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the film centers on a confident, masculine lead, it sometimes indulges in typical genre bravado. Traditional morality is present, and law enforcement, family, and masculinity aren't portrayed as obsolete or negative. There’s some boundary-pushing, but nothing overtly subversive for its era.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

There is a range of viewpoints present, including corrupt officials and flawed authority figures, but these are played for classic detective tension rather than ideological messaging. Alternative perspectives aren't mocked just for being traditional, so ideological uniformity is minimal.

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