Thor: Ragnarok (2017) | How Woke Is It?

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Thor: Ragnarok2017

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What We Think

Thor: Ragnarok doesn't top the charts for wokeness, but it definitely embraces modern Hollywood trends, subverting old-school heroes, highlighting identity-driven cast changes, and steering clear of truly non-woke viewpoints. It's witty and entertaining, but also plays it safe with the prevailing Hollywood narrative.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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While "Thor: Ragnarok" largely keeps its narrative fun and engaging, there are moments where identity factors seem to drive casting and character choices, particularly the reinvention of Valkyrie. These moves don't destroy the story, but they do occasionally overshadow traditional character development in favor of box-checking.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film pokes fun at traditional masculinity, often using Thor as the butt of jokes or sidelining him in favor of more modern, subversive heroes. The depiction of family, legacy, and leadership is also reinterpreted through a more contemporary lens, nudging the film into woke territory.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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"Thor: Ragnarok" doesn't leave a lot of room for non-woke worldviews. Tradition, authority, and even heroism are played for laughs or criticized. There's little nuance in the treatment of alternative perspectives, which are typically dismissed or lampooned.

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