Sharper (2023) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

12%

Sharper2023

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What We Think

For anyone tired of finger-wagging movies, ‘Sharper’ is a rare A24 release that keeps ideology in the backseat. Its focus is on crime and deception, not checking boxes or lecturing. A nice palate cleanser from today’s usual Hollywood output.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

‘Sharper’ focuses on twists, betrayal, and deception, prioritizing plot and character over overt ideological preaching. Diversity is present, but characters are flawed, complex, and motivated by greed rather than political identity. There’s no clear agenda overshadowing storytelling, so the woke-factor here is refreshingly low.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

The film doesn't dwell on undermining tradition, religion, or classic gender dynamics. It presents morally ambiguous characters operating in a modern, amoral world, but doesn’t take potshots at foundational institutions or traditions, if anything, corruption and deceit are universal, not targeted lectures.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

While there aren’t many alternative worldviews, the story doesn’t caricature dissent or glorify one ideological outlook. Characters are cynical, self-serving, and betrayed regardless of identity, with little preaching or monolithic philosophy. Diversity is a background element, not the narrative engine.

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