Star Trek Beyond (2016) | How Woke Is It?

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67%

Star Trek Beyond2016

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What We Think

Star Trek Beyond hits some familiar ‘woke’ notes, particularly with its inclusive themes and lack of cultural pluralism, but it doesn’t make ideology its main plot point. The movie is more about teamwork and action, with a mildly woke aftertaste.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Star Trek Beyond introduces some notable identity-based representation, such as Sulu being depicted as gay, but this element is relatively understated and doesn’t dominate the film. Diversity is present, but most character arcs remain centered on competence and teamwork, not just identity.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

The movie mostly avoids overt attacks on tradition or masculinity, though it’s eager to showcase inclusive, modern values. Traditional roles are gently nudged, not completely subverted, and there’s little genuine reverence for family or faith, but no clear hostility either.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

Alternative viewpoints are mostly absent, with a vibe that modernity is simply ‘better.’ Old-fashioned perspectives on family or gender are not given real space, but the film doesn’t spend much time mocking them outright, either.

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