The Truth (2019) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

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The Truth2019

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What We Think

In our view, 'The Truth' is largely free from the typical trappings of woke filmmaking. It keeps its focus on intimate storytelling without giving in to overt political or ideological messaging. Basically, a rare modern film that doesn’t hit you over the head with activism.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The film is a nuanced family drama with its focus on personal relationships and generational conflict, rather than box-checking or identity-driven casting. Core story elements and character depth seem driven by real-life dynamics, not political messaging.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

Traditional themes of family, parenthood, and regret run throughout the film, and while there’s some criticism of personal choices and generational differences, it doesn’t mount an assault on cultural or moral foundations. Any subversion present is subtle and in service of the plot.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Alternative viewpoints are not mocked or villainized, and the film doesn’t come across as monolithic in its worldview. Character conflicts are personal, rather than vehicles for contemporary ideological debate.

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