Sleeping with the Enemy (1991) | How Woke Is It?

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Sleeping with the Enemy1991

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What We Think

"Sleeping with the Enemy" is remarkably restrained when it comes to woke themes. It tells a straightforward story with focus on personal struggle and resilience, not modern ideological messaging.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The film stays focused on its suspenseful plot about escaping abuse without shoehorning in identity politics or performative representation. Characters are driven by the story, not by checking boxes or making ideological statements.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Traditional themes like marriage, family, and the dangers of abusive relationships are portrayed rather than undermined. Masculinity is shown in both positive and negative lights, with the villain as an abusive husband and the hero as a supportive male friend.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

The storyline doesn't aggressively mock or sideline alternative perspectives. While the abusive husband is clearly the villain, the film doesn't turn his traits into broad commentary about gender roles or society.

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