Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017) | How Woke Is It?

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92%

Star Wars: The Last Jedi2017

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What We Think

'The Last Jedi' is a poster child for modern 'woke' filmmaking. Narrative, character, and classic Star Wars themes all take a back seat to contemporary messaging, making it tough viewing for those longing for the franchise’s original non-woke spirit.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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The film frequently prioritizes identity over storytelling, giving key roles to new characters whose abilities and wisdom seem to defy established logic. Some may feel established heroes are sidelined for the sake of pushing a modern agenda.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional heroism, masculinity, and leadership are regularly undermined, most notably with Luke Skywalker's dramatic shift and the subversion of Poe Dameron's actions. The family/father legacy from earlier films gets downplayed in favor of self-made identity messaging.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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Alternative viewpoints are rarely given earnest screen time; more old-fashioned or skeptical characters are painted as obstacles or punchlines. The script leans hard into progressive values, with little room for genuine philosophical conflict.

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