Dopesick (2021) | How Woke Is It?

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What We Think

"Dopesick" is more concerned with exposing real societal issues than pushing overtly woke themes, but it still occasionally indulges in the usual Hollywood identity politics and mostly sticks to a single worldview. Not egregiously woke, but certainly not non-woke either.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While "Dopesick" largely prioritizes its exploration of the opioid epidemic, some viewers may note certain character archetypes and moments where identity-driven subplots pop up. However, these elements do not dominate the main narrative, which remains focused on broader societal and corporate issues.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Woke

What is this?

The show doesn’t shy away from criticizing powerful institutions (corporate and sometimes religious or community), and can be seen as skeptical toward traditional authority figures. Still, it acknowledges the role of family and community bonds, so it’s not purely dismissive.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Woke

What is this?

"Dopesick" leans heavily into a particular critique of the pharmaceutical industry and American systems. Alternative viewpoints are usually marginalized or villainized, and there’s little nuance in portraying those who question the prevailing narrative.

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