The Promised Land (2023) | How Woke Is It?

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The Promised Land2023

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What We Think

The Promised Land is refreshingly non-woke. It honors its historical roots, keeps modern ideological distractions to a minimum, and offers viewers character-driven drama rather than identity politics. A rare gem by today’s standards.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The Promised Land, a Danish epic set in the 18th century, centers on a male protagonist and focuses on themes of survival and personal ambition. While a few modern casting decisions may exist, the film generally prioritizes narrative realism over overt identity politics, staying true to its historical context.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film respects traditional values of hard work, faith, and masculinity within its historical setting. There’s little evidence of modern subversions or cultural revisionism, masculine traits and historical religious elements are depicted authentically, with limited modern ideological overlays.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the protagonist is a classic underdog, there’s room for interpretation around the portrayal of aristocracy and moral authority. Still, traditional perspectives are not villainized; the story presents complexity, allowing viewers to grapple with various worldviews with no single modern message pushed.

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