When a Stranger Calls (2006) | How Woke Is It?

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When a Stranger Calls2006

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What We Think

When a Stranger Calls (2006) is about as non-woke as thrillers come. It’s more concerned with suspense and scares than checking ideological boxes or rewriting cultural rules. A relic of simpler cinema times.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

In our view, the film is a straightforward thriller with traditional storytelling. Casting decisions and characterization appear driven by genre needs rather than identity politics. No overt focus on characters’ race, gender, or sexuality over their narrative role.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

There is no noticeable undermining of religion, family, masculinity, or traditional values. The film draws on classic horror tropes and leaves cultural commentary at the door.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

Alternative worldviews aren’t the focus, but neither are they dismissed or mocked. No ideological lectures, just standard genre fare. If anything, it’s remarkably neutral by today’s standards.

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