Species II (1998) | How Woke Is It?

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12%

Species II1998

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What We Think

"Species II" is far more interested in schlock and gore than woke ideology. It's sci-fi cheese with about as much subtlety as a sledgehammer, but in the culture war, it's practically comatose.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

"Species II" is mostly focused on delivering pulpy sci-fi horror entertainment rather than pushing any noticeable social or ideological narrative. Representation choices seem based more on genre conventions than ideology, and character competence is dictated by plot needs rather than any forced identity politics.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

Traditional masculinity, femininity, and family aren't major targets in the story, which hinges far more on the alien horror and exploitative sci-fi tropes. There is little sign of cultural deconstruction, aside from a bit of campy sexuality you'd expect from the franchise.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Alternative viewpoints aren't really explored, but that’s because character development takes a back seat to body horror and shock value. The movie isn't interested in moralizing or making sociopolitical statements.

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