Bling Empire (2021) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

25%

Bling Empire2021

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What We Think

For a glossy reality show, 'Bling Empire' stays relatively non-woke. Its diversity is organic, and it avoids ham-fisted ideology, offering escapism with a dash of cultural tradition and family drama.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The show is more of a reality soap focusing on interpersonal drama and extravagant lifestyles than a narrative built around ideology. While diverse representation is front and center, it generally aligns with the cast's real backgrounds and identities, rather than coming across as forced or preachy.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

In our view, 'Bling Empire' spotlights family, tradition, and wealth among Asian elites in Los Angeles, often showcasing respect for generational expectations. There isn’t a consistent push to undermine traditional values, though some Western individualism seeps through among the cast.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There’s little overt political messaging or heavy-handed moralizing. While the cast shares similar lifestyles, there remain glimpses of familial and cultural tension, preventing full ideological uniformity. Traditional views and modern attitudes clash naturally within the documented personalities.

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