Black Butterflies (2022) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

17%

Black Butterflies2022

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What We Think

'Black Butterflies' feels refreshingly non-woke, its focus is on psychological drama, nuanced characters, and atmosphere, not on modern ideological box-checking. It’s more likely to appeal to those exhausted by preachy Hollywood imports.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

From what’s available, 'Black Butterflies' focuses primarily on complex psychological storytelling rather than shoehorning in the usual identity-driven narratives. Characters are cast for narrative fit and depth, not just ticking boxes. No strong sense of forced or formulaic representation found here.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The show is largely concerned with dark family secrets and crime, not lecturing viewers about gender roles, religion, or masculinity. It explores flawed individuals without overtly trying to undermine Western cultural norms or turning tradition into a running joke.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

There’s room for moral ambiguity, and alternative perspectives seem present within the character-driven storytelling. It doesn’t appear that traditional values are simply mocked or one worldview dominates the entire narrative.

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