Silent Night (2021) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

18%

Silent Night2021

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What We Think

'Silent Night' is refreshingly non-woke by modern standards. It prioritizes story and mood over ideological signaling, and while its worldview is dark, it doesn't lecture or pander. A rare example of recent cinema where narrative still comes first.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

'Silent Night' largely maintains narrative integrity, focusing on family and existential dread over ideology. While there’s some diversity in casting, character choices appear organic and not forced, with the plot's nihilistic premise centering the drama rather than identity politics.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film explores themes of family, morality, and togetherness under dark circumstances. While some may interpret its bleak worldview as undermining traditional hope or religious faith, it doesn't go out of its way to mock or lecture on these fronts.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There is minimal ideological monoculture at play. The story's focus is existential rather than didactic, and it doesn't villainize traditional perspectives or overtly champion modern ideological talking points. It’s more concerned with fatalism and dark humor.

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