The Purge (2013) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

23%

The Purge2013

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What We Think

"The Purge" is far from peak wokeness. While it has social commentary, it doesn’t push modern ideological narratives or compromise storytelling for diversity points. Expect more horror than hashtag activism.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The film focuses on a high-concept premise about legalizing crime for one night, without overtly pushing identity politics. Characters are generally written based on their roles within the thriller, not identity factors. Forced representation and ideology do not dominate the narrative.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There’s some critique of upper-class family dynamics, but traditional values (family protection, responsibility) are generally central and not mocked. Religion and masculinity aren’t heavily subverted or pathologized, though the film’s anti-establishment undertone is noticeable.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While presenting a dystopian critique of American society, it doesn’t strictly villainize dissenting views or force every character into moral agreement. The focus is more on the thriller and survival aspects than pushing one ideological worldview.

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