The Distinguished Gentleman (1992) | How Woke Is It?

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The Distinguished Gentleman1992

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What We Think

For its time, The Distinguished Gentleman is nearly a relic of non-woke Hollywood, with light-hearted satire and no forced ideology. It’s more concerned with poking fun at political corruption than making a statement about identity or culture.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film relies heavily on satire and the comedic style of Eddie Murphy, with narrative decisions stemming from character motivations rather than overt ideological messaging. Diversity is present, but not at the expense of story or realism for its 1992 context.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

Traditional themes like family, religion, and masculinity aren’t subverted or mocked. Instead, the film focuses on the corruption and absurdity within Washington politics, without targeting foundational cultural values.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Though politicians are lampooned, the film targets political incompetence and greed rather than a specific worldview. No real embrace of narrow ideological orthodoxy, just good old comedic critique of the political system.

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