Ten (2002) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

40%

Ten2002

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What We Think

Compared to most modern Western cinema, "Ten" isn’t aggressively woke, but it does center female experience and push back against traditional norms. Its realism and subtlety mean it avoids the worst excesses of ideological storytelling, but it’s still not exactly a celebration of tradition.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

"Ten" focuses on the realities of women's lives in Iran, with intimate, character-driven dialogue. While the film centers female perspectives, it rarely feels like representation is forced or comes at the expense of narrative nuance. It’s not about box-checking, but exploring lived experience.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Woke

What is this?

The film does critique traditional gender roles and social constraints in Iran, but rather than mock or demonize, it opts for subtle social commentary. Some may find this undermines traditional values, though it largely presents honest struggles rather than ideological attacks.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Woke

What is this?

The narrative is firmly from the perspective of Iranian women, with little sympathy toward traditionalist or religious viewpoints. However, characters are flawed and not every 'alternative' is vilified. The lack of direct debate keeps the monoculture score moderate.

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