Why Did I Get Married? (2007) | How Woke Is It?

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15%

Why Did I Get Married?2007

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What We Think

"Why Did I Get Married?" is refreshingly non-woke by today’s standards. It showcases strong family and cultural themes, treats all characters with nuance, and avoids shoehorning ideology into the narrative. A rare case where Hollywood just tells a story.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The film focuses on character-driven stories, exploring marriage and relationships with real flaws and struggles. There’s no noticeable overemphasis on identity politics, and characters feel fleshed out based on personality and circumstances, not merely their demographic traits. Representation aligns with the narrative and isn’t forced.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

Traditional values like marriage, faith, and friendship are central to the story. Masculinity and femininity are portrayed with realistic strengths and flaws, and the film respects cultural roots instead of rewriting them. There's some modern drama, but it's hardly an assault on tradition.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The film gives different characters varied perspectives, including on faith, family, and relationships. While modern moral themes are present, traditional and alternative viewpoints are treated with sincerity. There's no sense that one worldview is pushed as inherently superior.

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