Alma Matters: Inside the IIT Dream (2021) | How Woke Is It?

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Alma Matters: Inside the IIT Dream2021

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What We Think

Alma Matters provides a mostly balanced and realistic look into IIT life, without succumbing to heavy-handed woke messaging. Occasional nods to gender and identity issues exist but are rooted in genuine student experiences, not ideology-first storytelling.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

The documentary largely focuses on the authentic student experience within IIT. It touches on identity and gender topics, but the primary emphasis remains on academic and social pressures. Representation appears organic rather than forced, with real students sharing their perspectives.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the show does not overtly undermine cultural values, it does address issues like gender imbalance and mental health. However, these are presented as realities rather than ideological talking points, mostly respecting the context of Indian society.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The series includes a range of viewpoints, including traditional and modern student perspectives. There’s some focus on questioning norms, but dissent and debate are part of the student experience shown, not silenced or mocked.

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