The Selfish Giant (2013) | How Woke Is It?

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The Selfish Giant2013

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What We Think

The Selfish Giant is a refreshingly non-woke film, telling a gritty and empathetic story without resorting to ideological soapboxing, forced diversity, or mocking cultural traditions. Its focus stays on raw storytelling rather than ticking boxes.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The Selfish Giant is primarily a raw, character-driven story focusing on marginalized youth, with little to no evidence of forced representation or narrative subordination to ideology. Identities are integral to the setting and not exaggerated for modern messaging.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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This film depicts hardship and marginalization without overtly undermining traditional values, gender roles, or religious themes. It doesn’t preach against family, masculinity, or cultural roots, instead drawing empathy through harsh realism.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The film steers clear of modern ideological grandstanding. While it has clear social commentary, it doesn't mock or villainize traditional perspectives, and there's genuine complexity in its treatment of characters and their struggles.

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