Smile (2022) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

12%

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What We Think

Smile sticks to being a psychological horror flick rather than a platform for modern woke ideology. Minimal identity politics or cultural revisionism, just good old-fashioned scares. Horror fans who prefer non-woke movies won’t be rolling their eyes here.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Smile largely prioritizes its horror narrative over modern ideological messaging. The protagonist’s background and struggles are rooted in character-driven storytelling, not agenda. There is little sign of forced representation or identity politics overriding plot or suspense.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film doesn’t aim to subvert traditional gender roles or attack cultural norms. Its focus remains on psychological horror and trauma, not lecturing about religion, family, or masculinity. Some might say it largely leaves cultural commentary at the door.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Smile doesn’t villainize dissenting perspectives or parade a single worldview. Any moral undertones are standard horror fare rather than attempts to enforce modern ideological uniformity. Overall, it avoids overt moralizing.

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