Transcendence (2014) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

Transcendence2014

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What We Think

"Transcendence" is largely free from overtly woke messaging. Its focus is squarely on the dangers and potential of technology, not identity politics or modern ideological orthodoxy. For those wary of Hollywood's usual trends, this one feels refreshingly non-woke.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

"Transcendence" mostly prioritizes its high-concept science fiction narrative over identity politics. Characters are written with their roles in the story and themes of AI in mind, not identity checklists. There is little evidence of forced representation or characters reworked solely for modern ideological reasons.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The film doesn’t make a habit of mocking tradition or masculinity, nor does it go out of its way to undermine religious or family values. Its critique is directed more at technological hubris than at cultural norms or Western traditions.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There’s occasional suspicion toward anti-technology activists, but the film doesn’t present a wholly one-sided ideological message. There are multiple viewpoints, including legitimate concerns about runaway technology and privacy, indicating some degree of open debate rather than monotone dogma.

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