The Dead Don't Hurt (2024) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictHyper Woke

80%

The Dead Don't Hurt2024

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What We Think

"The Dead Don’t Hurt" leans heavily into modern social themes at the expense of traditional narrative and cultural values, making it a notably woke Western by current Hollywood standards.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Woke

What is this?

The film features modern takes on gender and identity, with a female lead who's depicted as a near-mythic figure of resilience. Some viewers might interpret this as prioritizing representation over fully developed character flaws or realistic arcs, but it stops short of making her completely flawless or immune to consequences.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Hyper Woke

What is this?

Traditional Western values, especially regarding family, masculinity, and morality, are repeatedly questioned. The film elevates the female and immigrant experience while showing male characters in a less favorable light, suggesting a clear subversion of classic Western tropes and gender roles.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Hyper Woke

What is this?

There is a strong focus on one worldview, with little room for traditional or alternative voices to get sincere representation. Dissenting or old-school characters are mostly set up as antagonistic or regressive, minimizing ideological variety throughout the narrative.

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