The Dictator (2012) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

20%

The Dictator2012

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What We Think

The Dictator is more of a wild, politically incorrect satire than a woke manifesto. It mocks every side indiscriminately, rarely sacrificing story for identity politics or moralizing. Not much to worry about on the woke front here.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The Dictator focuses on satirical storytelling and absurd humor over identity politics. Characters' backgrounds serve the over-the-top satire, not a checklist of traits for ideological balance. Forced representation and flawless, ideology-driven characters aren't really present.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

While irreverent, the film actually pokes fun at all sides. It does not take aim specifically at religion, gender roles, family, or traditional values, everyone is fair game for parody. It's a far cry from the ‘woke’ Hollywood formula.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film lampoons multiple ideologies, not just traditional ones. Some contemporary buzzwords and caricatures appear, but the comedy draws from all angles rather than pushing a uniform message or villainizing dissent.

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