The Lonely Guy (1984) | How Woke Is It?

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The Lonely Guy1984

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What We Think

An artifact of pre-woke Hollywood, 'The Lonely Guy' stays rooted in classic comedic tropes without indulging in modern virtue-signaling or ideology. Almost no 'woke' trappings here, just Steve Martin doing what he does best.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film's story revolves around a socially awkward man navigating loneliness and relationships, a very traditional, personality-driven plot. There’s little evidence of forced identity representation or messaging superseding character or story, a refreshing relic of pre-woke Hollywood.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

Masculinity isn't pathologized, family bonds, and traditional relationships are handled with standard 80s humor. There's no attempt to undermine religion, family, or established social norms; instead, it offers classic slapstick and self-deprecating male comedy.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

While the film mostly centers on straight relationships and traditional values, it doesn't go out of its way to mock alternative views, nor does it push a single worldview aggressively. Just jokes, awkwardness, and heart, the way things used to be.

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