The Runaways (2010) | How Woke Is It?

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The Runaways2010

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What We Think

The Runaways is more about the actual historic struggle of young women in rock than pushing modern narratives. It may challenge some norms, but doesn’t really achieve peak Hollywood wokeness. Expect more rock 'n' roll rebellion than lecture.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The Runaways tells a straightforward story about the rise and struggles of an all-female rock band. Characters are driven by personal ambition and flaws rather than identity boxes. There's little evidence of narrative being sacrificed for ideology or of forced representation; the historical focus aligns with the actual band lineup.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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There is some subversion of traditional gender roles, but that’s inherent to the real-life band’s story. The film may challenge outdated views about female musicians, but it doesn’t go out of its way to undermine core social foundations like family or religion; its main target is the music industry itself.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The film features rebellious women, but it doesn’t strawman alternatives or hammer home one rigid worldview. While traditional 1970s attitudes are depicted as obstacles, there’s no overt villainization of dissent besides the excesses of the industry. Multiple perspectives are present, including moments of self-doubt and consequence.

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