The Perfect Date (2019) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

37%

The Perfect Date2019

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What We Think

‘The Perfect Date’ manages to sidestep most of the glaringly woke tropes seen elsewhere. While there’s a little nod to modern diversity expectations, nothing feels forced, and the film keeps its focus on classic rom-com territory. It’s hardly subversive, and it should feel mostly non-woke to viewers tired of heavy-handed messaging.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

'The Perfect Date' centers primarily on romance and ambition, rather than identity politics. The film's main characters are relatively well-rounded and not simply defined by race, gender, or sexuality. Some diverse casting, but it doesn’t overshadow the plot. Character growth feels earned, and ‘representation’ doesn’t seem forced.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional themes like ambition, family support, and personal responsibility are shown in a mostly positive light. Masculinity is not actively undermined; if anything, the protagonist's flaws are of the usual coming-of-age variety. No notable subversions of gender roles or attacks on tradition here.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

The narrative avoids seriously mocking or villainizing dissenting views. While nobody debates hot button issues, there’s also no overt browbeating or forced ideological consensus. The film leans more toward standard romantic-comedy tropes than ideological messaging.

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