The Promise (2016) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

23%

The Promise2016

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What We Think

Despite its historical setting and emotionally charged narrative, The Promise avoids most hallmarks of modern wokeness. It respects tradition, family, and faith, focusing on survival and resilience. Not a woke film by Hollywood standards today.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The narrative largely emphasizes the love story and the historical tragedy of the Armenian Genocide, focusing on traditional character arcs and interpersonal conflict. Though some critics might claim certain perspectives are highlighted, identity factors do not overwhelmingly override character development or plot coherence here.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film portrays family, faith, and tradition as core motivators and sources of strength for the main characters. Rather than subverting cultural or religious values, it treats them with respect, focusing on the survival of cultural identity in the face of atrocity.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The portrayal leans heavily into one historical perspective, with little room for counter-narratives (likely due to the subject matter). Some modern moral undertones are present, but the film avoids mocking or caricaturing alternative worldviews.

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