Back in the Game (2013) | How Woke Is It?

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20%

Back in the Game2013

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What We Think

'Back in the Game' is a mostly non-woke comedy that gently pokes at gender roles without falling into the modern ideological traps that plague recent TV. A bit of modern sensibility, but nothing egregious by today's standards.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

'Back in the Game' is largely a straightforward comedy about a single mom coaching her son's little league team. While it features a female lead in a traditionally male role, her challenges are rooted in relatable, character-driven storytelling rather than identity politics. Representation exists but isn't heavy-handed or forced.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The show playfully tweaks traditional family and gender roles without actively undermining them. Masculinity and family are generally portrayed with affection and humor rather than contempt, and there's no overt revisionism of core American values.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Alternative perspectives are allowed, with gruff but sympathetic father figures and various character archetypes. The show pokes some fun at traditional masculinity but doesn't strictly villainize any worldview, there's room for debate and different personalities.

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