Close to Me (2021) | How Woke Is It?

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Close to Me2021

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What We Think

'Close to Me' uses its thriller framework as a vehicle for modern identity themes. While not the wokest title out there, it certainly checks enough boxes to be considered on the more progressive end of the spectrum.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

'Close to Me' centers on a middle-aged woman regaining her memory. While the premise is compelling, identity-driven themes sometimes appear to sideline organic character development, especially with the focus on female empowerment. Representation doesn’t feel forced, but some viewers might notice the checklist approach in character backgrounds.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The show gently undermines traditional family structure, revealing flaws in marriage and parenthood while elevating personal fulfillment. Masculine characters are often portrayed as emotionally stunted or duplicitous, while the female lead is framed as the moral compass. It’s not preachy, but the undertones are clear.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There’s little space for viewpoints outside modern progressivism. Characters who dissent from current norms tend to be painted with a negative brush, and the show leans into contemporary narratives without much challenge from within its world.

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