While We're Young (2015) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

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While We're Young2015

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What We Think

‘While We're Young’ sidesteps the usual Hollywood ideological checklist. Its focus is on generational quirks rather than social justice talking points, resulting in a refreshingly non-woke experience by today’s standards.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The film focuses primarily on generational differences rather than hot-button identity politics. Characters are developed on the basis of their flaws and ambitions, not simply race, gender, or sexuality. There is little indication that narrative choices are bent to serve ideological points.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Traditional themes like marriage, family, and professional achievement are depicted with nuance rather than outright mockery or revisionism. The film pokes fun at both ‘old’ and ‘young’ values, but doesn't appear to undermine cultural foundations in a heavy-handed way.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There are a few satirical jabs at modern pretensions, but the film allows different perspectives to be heard. No worldview is demonized or caricatured; skepticism and debate are part of the narrative.

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